Rudy Giuliani in critical condition in hospital

Author: bbc.comPublished on: May 4, 2026Country: United States

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Rudy Giuliani in critical condition in hospital

Rudy Giuliani, the former New York City Mayor and a staunch supporter of Donald Trump, is in a 'stable but critical condition' in hospital, according to his spokesman Ted Goodman. Trump expressed his support on social media, praising Giuliani for his efforts in contesting the 2020 election results. Giuliani was injured in a car accident last year, suffering from fractures and contusions.

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