(SQAUK) — In a significant development, Rudy Giuliani, former attorney to President Donald Trump, and several associates have been indicted by an Arizona grand jury regarding the state’s investigation into the 2020 election interference case.
The indictment, which was unsealed last month, includes charges against 18 individuals for their alleged roles in an attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election in Arizona. Among those indicted are 11 Republicans who falsely declared that Trump won Arizona’s electoral votes.
Rudy Giuliani, a vocal proponent of election fraud claims, was served with the indictment notice after his 80th birthday celebration in Palm Beach. Giuliani has criticized how the indictment was served, calling it unprofessional.
The indictment alleges conspiracy, fraud, and forgery related to a false document submitted to Congress declaring Trump the winner of Arizona’s electoral votes. Trump is referred to as an unindicted co-conspirator.
Giuliani’s spokesperson said he is proud to stand up for Americans who raised concerns about the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election. Meanwhile, other defendants have also expressed their intent to contest the charges.
Arizona becomes the fourth state where allies of the former president have been charged with using false claims about voter fraud related to the election. The indictments come at a time when Trump continues to assert unfounded claims about the last election, which are echoed by many of his supporters.
The unfolding legal proceedings have captured the nation’s attention as people focus on the potential impact of this case on the integrity of the electoral process and the rule of law. The defendants are expected to appear in court to respond to the allegations.
