Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani was hospitalized after being injured in a car accident in Manchester, New Hampshire, on Saturday evening. The 81-year-old, who gained national prominence as "America's Mayor" for his leadership during the 9/11 attacks, was a passenger in a Ford Bronco when it was rear-ended at high speed, according to local police reports.

Accident Details and Injuries

Giuliani's head of security, Michael Ragusa, confirmed that the former mayor sustained a fractured thoracic vertebrae, multiple lacerations, and injuries to his left arm and lower leg. Despite the severity of his injuries, Ragusa stated that Giuliani is in "good spirits and recovering tremendously" at a nearby trauma center. All parties involved in the crash were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Preceding Events and Investigation

The incident unfolded shortly after Giuliani had stopped to assist a woman involved in a domestic violence situation. Giuliani rendered aid and contacted emergency services before continuing his journey, during which his vehicle was struck. New Hampshire police are investigating the crash, and while they have identified the driver responsible, no charges have been filed as of yet.

Giuliani's Legacy and Legal Challenges

Giuliani's career has been marked by significant highs and lows. After serving as New York City's mayor from 1994 to 2001, he became a key adviser and personal lawyer to former President Donald Trump. However, his reputation has been marred by legal troubles, including being disbarred in Washington D.C. and New York for false statements regarding the 2020 presidential election. In 2023, he was ordered to pay $148 million in damages to two former election workers in a defamation case.