Rudy Giuliani has been suspended from the New York City talk radio station WABC and had his daily show canceled after violating company policy by questioning the legitimacy of the 2020 election, according to a report by the New York Times. Billionaire John Catsimatidis, the owner of WABC, stated that Giuliani repeatedly violated the station’s policy despite warnings to stop. Catsimatidis also mentioned that Giuliani texted him saying he refuses not to talk about the election, leading to his suspension from one of his remaining sources of income. Giuliani, who recently filed for bankruptcy, made about $400,000 a year from WABC, as reported last year.
Giuliani claims he learned of his firing through the New York Times article and alleges that he was let go because he refused to comply with the directive prohibiting him from discussing the 2020 Presidential Election. He believes this is a violation of free speech and was never informed of the policy in advance. Giuliani used his radio show on WABC to share his thoughts on current events, such as Trump’s trial and the conflict between Israel and Hamas. His ties to false claims about the 2020 election are well-known, as he faces legal challenges in Arizona and Georgia, and is believed to be involved in a federal indictment for election interference.
Giuliani’s financial troubles have been exacerbated by his legal battles, leading him to file for bankruptcy in December and report significant liabilities. His law license has been suspended, and there are ongoing proceedings to determine if he should be fully disbarred. Giuliani has pleaded not guilty in Georgia and has not yet been arraigned in Arizona. In addition, he was ordered to pay significant civil penalties for defamation related to false accusations of voter fraud. The mounting legal challenges have taken a toll on Giuliani’s finances, with lawsuits for unpaid legal fees and attorney fees in defamation cases.
John Catsimatidis, the owner of WABC, holds a significant net worth of $4.3 billion, making him one of the wealthiest individuals in the world. Giuliani, on the other hand, is facing financial difficulties due to his legal troubles and bankruptcy filing. He has stated that he has more to say about the recent events regarding his firing from WABC and plans to address the situation on his social media platforms. Giuliani, a former mayor of New York City, has been a prominent figure in the efforts to overturn the 2020 election results, which has led to multiple legal challenges and accusations.
