Rudy Giuliani is served indictment papers at his own birthday party after mocking Arizona attorney general

Rudy Giuliani Served with Indictment Notice on His 80th Birthday Celebration in Palm Beach

In a surprising turn of events, Arizona’s Democratic Attorney General, Kris Mayes, announced on Friday that Rudy Giuliani, former New York City mayor and personal attorney to Donald Trump, has been served with a notice of indictment. The charges are related to a conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election results in Arizona. This announcement came shortly after Giuliani taunted Mayes on social media, claiming that the indictment would never be delivered. The notice was served to Giuliani during his 80th birthday celebration in Palm Beach, Florida, adding a dramatic twist to the unfolding legal proceedings.

Giuliani’s Bold Taunt:

In a now-deleted social media post, Giuliani boldly taunted the Arizona authorities, challenging them to find him and dismiss the indictment if they failed to do so. The post was accompanied by a photo of Giuliani smiling with others and balloons in the background, capturing the festive atmosphere of his birthday celebration.

Mayes’ Swift Response:

Just an hour and fourteen minutes later, Mayes responded to Giuliani’s taunt, asserting that the final defendant had been served. Mayes made it clear that nobody is above the law, emphasizing the seriousness of the charges against Giuliani.

Unperturbed Birthday Celebration:

Giuliani, who was turning 80 on May 28th, appeared to be enjoying his early birthday celebration in Palm Beach when he was served with the indictment notice. Despite the unexpected interruption, Giuliani’s spokesperson, Ted Goodman, stated that the former mayor was unfazed by the situation. According to Goodman, Giuliani had a wonderful evening surrounded by hundreds of supporters from various walks of life, and he remains confident of his eventual vindication.

Legal Proceedings and Other Indictments:

While Giuliani faced the surprise indictment on his birthday, other individuals involved in the “fake electors” case in Arizona have already begun their legal proceedings. Former Trump attorney John Eastman pleaded not guilty to charges related to the conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election results in Arizona. Additionally, eleven other defendants are scheduled to be arraigned in the coming days. These legal actions highlight the seriousness of the allegations and the ongoing scrutiny surrounding efforts to overturn the election results.

Past Controversies:

This recent indictment is not the first controversy Giuliani has faced in connection with his efforts to challenge the 2020 election results. Back in December 2023, Giuliani was hit with a $148 million verdict for defaming two Georgia election workers. These legal challenges and negative outcomes underscore the legal and reputational consequences of Giuliani’s actions.