Rudy Giuliani

American lawyer and mayor of NYC

Rudy Giuliani - American lawyer and mayor of NYC
Born

May 28th, 1944
80 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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