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Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani is currently in critical but stable condition after being hospitalized for pneumonia. His spokesperson stated that his recovery is complicated by a pre-existing respiratory condition related to his work at the site of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks.
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Key Facts
- Rudy Giuliani is hospitalized in critical but stable condition due to pneumonia.
- Giuliani required mechanical ventilation but is now breathing on his own.
- Giuliani has a pre-existing restrictive airway disease linked to his presence at the September 11, 2001, terror attack site.
- Giuliani was previously disbarred in New York and Washington, D.C.
- Giuliani filed for bankruptcy following a $148 million liability judgment regarding election worker defamation.
- Giuliani received a pardon from Donald Trump in November 2025 regarding federal false elector scheme charges.
- A Georgia judge dismissed state charges against Giuliani late last year.
Who's Mentioned
personTed Goodman“Spokesperson for Rudy Giuliani.”locationNew York City“City where Giuliani served as mayor.”personMichael Ragusa“Former spokesperson for Rudy Giuliani.”personDonald Trump“Former President who commented on Giuliani's condition.”personRudy Giuliani“Former Mayor of New York City currently hospitalized.”