Election

Rudy Giuliani Hit with Staggering $148 Million Verdict in Defamation Trial: Justice Served for Georgia Election Workers

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New York, NY – Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani’s defamation trial took an unexpected turn as the jury awarded more than $148 million in damages to former Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Wandrea “Shaye” Moss. The plaintiffs, who were called as witnesses during the trial, were defamed by Giuliani following the 2020 elections. The jury’s decision came as a resounding victory for Freeman and Moss, who expressed gratitude but acknowledged that money couldn’t alleviate all their problems. Freeman lamented the loss of her home, neighborhood, and peace of mind. The trial was … Read more

Boost Retention and Expertise: Ohio State University Offers Certification Program for Election Officials

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the 2022 presidential and congressional elections draw closer, the role of election officials is under scrutiny. To help officials stay informed about the constantly evolving election law and technology landscape, The Ohio State University’s John Glenn College of Public Affairs, in partnership with the Ohio Association of Election Officials (OAEO), offers the Ohio Registered Election Official Certification program. According to Aaron Ockerman, executive director of OAEO, many election officials have been leaving the profession in recent years due to increased scrutiny and the complex nature of their jobs. The certification program … Read more

Legal Blow for Giuliani as Defamation Trial Verdict Calls for $148 Million Payout to Election Workers

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Rudy Giuliani, former mayor of New York City, has been ordered to pay $148 million to election workers in a defamation trial. The trial focused on Giuliani’s claims of widespread voter fraud during the 2020 presidential election. The ruling comes as a blow to Giuliani, who played a prominent role in former President Donald Trump’s legal team. The defamation lawsuit was filed by employees of the Dominion Voting Systems, a company that provides voting machines and services. They accused Giuliani of spreading false information about the company, leading to threats and harassment against them. Dominion … Read more

Former Georgia Election Workers Awarded $148 Million in Defamation Case Against Rudy Giuliani

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Atlanta, Georgia – Former election workers in Georgia have been awarded $148 million in damages in a defamation case against Rudy Giuliani. The lawsuit stemmed from Giuliani’s spreading of unfounded claims about the workers following the 2020 presidential election. The false accusations led to a wave of harassment and threats against the workers. Giuliani, former lawyer for ex-President Donald Trump, was found liable of defamation in the case. The jury’s task was to determine the amount of damages he should pay. The verdict was reached after three hours of deliberation on Thursday, following a three-day … Read more