Giuliani recovering from pneumonia and 'now breathing on his own'
BBC • • general
Key Points:
- Rudy Giuliani, former New York City mayor and Donald Trump's personal lawyer, is recovering from pneumonia and is now breathing independently after requiring mechanical ventilation, according to his spokesman.
- Giuliani has had restrictive airway disease since the 9/11 attacks, which weakened his ability to fight pneumonia; this condition stems from exposure to toxic dust and smoke during the attacks.
- His spokesman highlighted Giuliani's history of leadership during 9/11, noting his nickname "America's Mayor" and his honorary knighthood awarded by Queen Elizabeth in 2002.
- Giuliani's recent health crisis was announced while he was in critical condition, but no further details about the illness were initially provided.
- Former President Trump reiterated false claims about the 2020 election in a social media post expressing concern for Giuliani's health, blaming Democrats for mistreating him and alleging election fraud.
