CNN Ordered to Pay at Least $5 Million for Defaming Security Contractor The jury decision came after a two-week trial where lawyers for the contractor argued that the network had falsely accused him of illegal activity.

Giuliani Is Liable for Defaming Georgia Election Workers, Judge Says The ruling means that a defamation case against Rudolph W. Giuliani, stemming from his role in seeking to overturn the 2020 election, can proceed to a trial where damages will be set.