The Fallout of Giuliani's $148 Million Defamation Case

A federal jury has ordered Rudolph Giuliani to pay $148 million in damages to two former Georgia election workers he defamed by spreading baseless claims of voter fraud. However, before the workers can collect any money, the judge will need to enter a judgment on the amount Giuliani is required to pay. Giuliani has stated that he will appeal the verdict. If he appeals, the workers may request a bond to secure some of his assets while the appeal is pending. Giuliani may also file for bankruptcy protection, but the damages owed are considered an "intentional tort" and would not be erased by bankruptcy. Giuliani faces additional legal challenges, including an indictment in Georgia and a defamation suit from Dominion Voting Systems.