Rudy Giuliani is a prominent American figure whose career spans law, politics, and public life, with actions and roles that are widely documented and debated. Here’s a concise overview of key phases and what he did in each.

Early career and U.S. Attorney

• Served as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York (1983–1989).
• Gained national visibility for prosecuting organized crime, corruption, and high-profile cases, including the Pizza Connection case and prosecutions against Mafia figures. This established him as a tough-on-crime prosecutor. [sources discussing his early U.S. Attorney tenure and notable prosecutions]

Mayor of New York City

• Elected mayor of New York City (1994–2001) on a platform focused on reducing crime and reviving the city’s image.
• Implemented aggressive policing strategies, including the “broken windows” approach, and supported data-driven management practices like CompStat. These measures contributed to a substantial decline in crime during his tenure.
• Expanded urban renewal efforts, improved public spaces, and promoted economic revitalization, though his administration also faced criticism over policing tactics and civil rights concerns. [sources on Giuliani’s mayoral policies and crime trends]

Post-9/11 leadership

• Became a nationally recognized figure for his leadership in the immediate aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks, often referred to as “America’s Mayor.” He played a prominent public role in crisis response, municipal coordination, and national security messaging. [sources on 9/11 response and public perception]

2000s–present: politics, law, and public life

• Ran for U.S. Senate in 2000 but withdrew during treatment for prostate cancer.
• Later years included continued involvement in politics, public commentary, and legal matters. His actions as a high-profile attorney for Donald Trump during 2019–2021 drew extensive scrutiny and legal controversy, with multiple inquiries and debates about ethics and conduct. [sources on later career and high-profile legal work]

Recent developments (as of 2025)

• Reports and coverage in late 2024–2025 highlight ongoing legal and political developments surrounding Giuliani, including pardons and related discussions in the U.S. political landscape. The specifics can vary by source and date. [sources covering recent developments and pardons]

If you’d like, I can tailor this into a timeline with dates and more detailed descriptions of particular actions (e.g., specific crime reduction policies in New York, landmark prosecutions, or regulatory and legal controversies).