Former election worker Shaye Moss testified emotionally this week in the defamation trial of Rudy Giuliani, sharing the devastating impact false voting fraud allegations have had on her life.
Moss thought she and her colleagues were being summoned to her supervisor’s office to receive an award, but instead, she was accused of voting fraud. That day also marked the beginning of racist threats that have plagued Moss for three years, leaving her life in shambles.
The allegations against Moss and her mother, Ruby Freeman, were part of Giuliani’s false voting fraud claims that led to threats and harassment. The FBI, GBI, and the secretary of state’s office quickly debunked these allegations, but the damage was already done.
According to Moss, her life changed on that day in her supervisor’s office. Her once-bubbly, outgoing self turned into someone who now struggles with panic attacks and fears going out in public. Moss has been diagnosed with major depressive disorder with acute distress and testified that her son’s school performance suffered due to the threats he received.
Giuliani, who watched Moss’ testimony in court, stated to reporters that he plans to testify that his voting fraud allegations are true. However, Giulani’s statements may come back to haunt him as the trial progresses.
Moss’s testimony serves as a stark reminder of the very real consequences of spreading false information and misinformation, and underscores the importance of holding those responsible accountable for their actions. Giuliani’s role in this situation has not only caused personal harm to Moss and her family but highlights the broader impact of spreading baseless allegations.