Rudy Giuliani
American lawyer and mayor of NYC
Born
May 28th, 1944
81 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 107th mayor of New York City from 1994 to 2001. Played a significant role in the city's recovery after the September 11 attacks in 2001. Implemented various policing and public safety strategies that transformed New York's crime rates during the 1990s. Prior to his mayoralty, served as the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, where prosecuted high-profile cases, including organized crime. Remains a notable figure in American politics and law.
Oversaw NYC after September 11 attacks
Reduced crime rates during mayoralty
Prosecuted organized crime as U.S. Attorney
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