Election Workers Pursue Giuliani's Property to Collect $148M Judgment

Two former Georgia election workers, Ruby Freeman and Wandrea "Shaye" Moss, have requested a court to compel Rudy Giuliani to hand over his Madison Avenue apartment and other assets. This move comes as they seek to collect on a $148 million defamation judgment against the former New York City mayor. Their lawyers also aim to seize Giuliani's Palm Beach condominium through receivership.

Freeman and Moss, who were targeted by Giuliani after Donald Trump's 2020 election loss, are intensifying efforts to recover what they are owed. They have also claimed about $2 million that Giuliani says Trump's campaign owes him. The women’s legal team has cited Giuliani's history of "evasion, obstruction, and outright disobedience" in their request.

Legal Actions and Asset Claims

Giuliani's spokesperson, Ted Goodman, criticised the filing as an attempt to "harass and intimidate" the mayor while he appeals the judgment. Goodman argued that the lawsuit aims to censor and bully Giuliani and deter others from speaking out. He contends that the justice system is being used for partisan political purposes against Giuliani.

The bankruptcy case against Giuliani was dismissed last month, allowing Freeman and Moss to pursue legal remedies. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Sean Lane labelled Giuliani a "recalcitrant debtor" for his lack of cooperation and transparency during the proceedings. Lane noted that Giuliani funneled income into companies he owned without reporting it.

Financial Troubles and Asset Sales

Giuliani has been trying to sell his Manhattan co-op apartment for over a year amid mounting debts. Initially listed at $6.5 million in July 2023, the asking price has dropped to $5.7 million. His Palm Beach condo was appraised at $3.5 million during the bankruptcy case.

Freeman and Moss are also seeking to auction off various items belonging to Giuliani, including Yankees memorabilia, watches, a diamond ring, furniture, and a 1980 Mercedes-Benz SL500. The proceeds would go towards paying off part of the judgment.

Ongoing Legal Issues

Giuliani faces numerous legal challenges beyond this defamation case. He was disbarred in New York in July for making false statements about Trump's 2020 election loss. He may also lose his law license in Washington, D.C., following a board's recommendation in May.

In Georgia and Arizona, Giuliani faces criminal charges related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. He has pleaded not guilty in both cases. When he filed for bankruptcy last December, he listed nearly $153 million in debts, including the $148 million owed to Freeman and Moss.

Financial Disclosures

Giuliani's financial filings reveal that he had about $94,000 in cash at the end of May, with his company holding approximately $237,000 in the bank. His primary source of income has been a retirement account with a balance of just over $1 million as of May, down from nearly $2.5 million in 2022.

In May alone, Giuliani spent nearly $33,000 on various expenses, including almost $28,000 on condo and co-op costs for his Florida and New York homes. Other expenditures included around $850 on food, $390 on cleaning services, $230 on medicine, $200 on laundry, and $190 on vehicles.

Freeman and Moss continue their legal battle to recover what they are owed from Giuliani following his defamatory attacks on them after Trump's election loss in 2020.