Giuliani Suspended from Practicing Law in Washington as Well

WP "Could Lead to Permanent Disqualification"

[Asia Economy Reporter Yujin Cho] Rudy Giuliani, former U.S. President Donald Trump's personal attorney, has been suspended from practicing law in Washington DC following a similar suspension in New York State.

On the 7th (local time), according to major foreign media, the Washington DC Court of Appeals (Superior Court) announced that it would temporarily suspend Giuliani's law license for making false claims in an attempt to overturn Trump's presidential election defeat.

This decision came after requests to suspend Giuliani's legal activities, which had been leading the spread of election conspiracy theories following the January Capitol riot by Trump supporters.

Earlier last month, the New York State Court of Appeals also decided to suspend Giuliani's law license until disciplinary proceedings are completed.

In a 33-page ruling at that time, the court stated, "There is clear evidence that as Trump's attorney, Giuliani made false statements and incited public opinion in the wrong direction to the court, members of Congress, and the general public regarding Trump's demand for a 2020 election rerun," adding, "Giuliani's misconduct is deepening divisions by attacking the legitimacy of President Joe Biden."

Giuliani has admitted in court that some of his statements were not factual but argued that they were not made intentionally. Giuliani's legal team expressed regret, saying, "It is unprecedented for the Court of Appeals to suspend a law license before hearing arguments regarding the allegations."

Regarding the court's decision, CNN reported, "This suspension of his law license will be a significant blow to Giuliani, who once held a powerful position at the pinnacle of the U.S. legal community and politics."

The Washington Post (WP) also analyzed, "The decisions by the Washington DC and New York courts are not final, but his disciplinary process could last for years and may ultimately lead to permanent disbarment."

Giuliani obtained his law licenses in New York State in 1969 and in Washington DC in 1976.

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