Rudy Giuliani, the former mayor of New York City and staunch ally of Donald Trump, is facing severe financial pressure following a defamation suit that has left him struggling to pay his bills. The legal battle, stemming from false claims Giuliani made about Georgia election workers after the 2020 election, has resulted in a staggering $148 million judgment against him. In response, the embattled former attorney has taken to social media, claiming that he is now too broke to afford basic necessities like food.

 

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Giuliani lamented his financial woes, accusing the Wilkie Farr Law firm and U.S. District Judge Lewis Liman of making it impossible for him to earn a living. “Wilkie Farr Law firm and Judge Liman are trying to inhibit me from making a living,” he wrote. “They seized my measly checking account so I can’t buy food. Help me fight.” Giuliani linked the post to a fundraising campaign hosted on GiveSendGo, a crowdfunding platform often associated with right-wing causes and, controversially, white nationalist movements. His appeal seemed to resonate with some supporters, as the campaign raised nearly $100,000 within just a few hours.

 

The description of the fundraising campaign paints Giuliani as a victim of a political and legal system bent on persecuting him due to his support for Trump. “America’s Mayor, Rudy Giuliani, has been persecuted to the highest level through lawfare due to his support of President Donald Trump,” the campaign read. "Therefore, we are raising funds to go directly to his legal defense.” Despite the funds raised, Giuliani has yet to pay any of the hefty judgment owed to Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, the Georgia election workers who sued him for defamation after he falsely accused them of election fraud.

 

Giuliani’s financial difficulties are not limited to his inability to pay the judgment. On Thursday, Judge Liman ordered him to turn over valuable assets as part of the legal proceedings. Giuliani has complied by handing over access to his Manhattan apartment, but a number of luxury items, including signed memorabilia, valuable watches, and a vintage Mercedes that once belonged to actress Lauren Bacall, remain at the center of the dispute.

 

Among the most contentious items are four Yankees World Series rings that Freeman and Moss have laid claim to as part of the judgment. Giuliani initially claimed that the rings, estimated to be worth around $200,000, had been given to his son Andrew as a gift. However, when Freeman and Moss attempted to collect the rings, Giuliani’s story was called into question.

 

In response, Judge Liman authorized Freeman and Moss’s legal team to subpoena Giuliani’s accounting firm, allowing them to review his tax returns to verify whether Giuliani’s claim about the rings was legitimate. This move has further intensified the legal battle, as the former mayor continues to fight the judgment and the collection of assets.

 

Giuliani's financial troubles and his growing legal problems have become a major public spectacle, with his latest social media appeals adding to the drama. Despite his claims of poverty, many critics have pointed out the irony of a man once known for his wealth and high-profile career now struggling to meet the financial obligations resulting from his own actions. As Giuliani continues to fight the defamation lawsuit, his legal battles and fundraising efforts are likely to remain a focal point of public attention for some time.

 

Based on a report by Daily Beast 2024-11-11

 

 

 

There are still a few good news! 😃

2 hours ago, candide said:

There are still a few good news! 😃

Beat me to it.

 

A man suffering an entirely self inflicted wound.

 

 

Edited November 11, 20241 yr by Chomper Higgot

A ridiculous amount. Politically motivated. Thank goodness the Dems and their constant lawfare have been roundly rejected by the electorate. 

Not taking responsibility, huh? As is to be expected from that bunch.

3 hours ago, JonnyF said:

A ridiculous amount. Politically motivated. Thank goodness the Dems and their constant lawfare have been roundly rejected by the electorate. 

Are you aware that this was the result of a civil lawsuit, brought by Freeman and Moss themselves? And where a jury decides the amount of money related to the damages?

Edited November 11, 20241 yr by Presto

I got a spam email from Rudy begging for money.  He blamed Harris for his self-inflicted legal difficulties and refused to accept responsibility.  No idea how I got on this mailing list, just unsubscribed.

13 minutes ago, Real Name Hidden said:

I got a spam email from Rudy begging for money.  He blamed Harris for his self-inflicted legal difficulties and refused to accept responsibility.  No idea how I got on this mailing list, just unsubscribed.

A pity you unsubscribed. I loved the text you (at least I think it was you) shared earlier.

He is 80 years old (the same age as me) and I retired at age 65. Why didn't he quit while he was ahead. If he can't afford food the cut back and live simply, as most other people do when they get older.

Edited November 11, 20241 yr by billd766

I am sure Trump will pardon this old guy. I find it a bit disgusting to send an old man onto the streets with nothing. This is evil revenge from the leftists and really show their true face!!  

14 minutes ago, harryviking said:

I am sure Trump will pardon this old guy. I find it a bit disgusting to send an old man onto the streets with nothing. This is evil revenge from the leftists and really show their true face!!  

 

He deserves to have nothing, he severely damaged the lives of others. Mayb ehe could get a job for the electoral office ensuring votes are free and fair. Then again, maybe he wouldn't pass the security test.

15 minutes ago, harryviking said:

I am sure Trump will pardon this old guy.

Of what has Giuliani been convicted that could lead to his being pardoned?

19 minutes ago, harryviking said:

I am sure Trump will pardon this old guy. I find it a bit disgusting to send an old man onto the streets with nothing. This is evil revenge from the leftists and really show their true face!!  

You're talking nonsense, and you must be very gullible. 

Giuliani has several apartments worth millions, he has several expensive possessions that he is supposed to hand over, but that he has spirited away. As he has done before. The guy is a crook, and should face the full extent of the law.

Btw, this has nothing to do with leftists, it's a civil lawsuit brought by Freeman and Moss, the election workers, themselves. It should have been brought by the DOJ or the Georgia AG in my opinion, but apparently they didn't have the guts to stand up for election workers.

And this crook has been given far more leeway than an ordinary citizen would have gotten.

Edited November 11, 20241 yr by Presto

1 hour ago, Real Name Hidden said:

I got a spam email from Rudy begging for money.  He blamed Harris for his self-inflicted legal difficulties and refused to accept responsibility.  No idea how I got on this mailing list, just unsubscribed.

 

Sue him quick while you still can.Got to be worth at least a million for the stress caused .

 

 

Edited November 11, 20241 yr by Denim

I have a bowl in which I put copper satangs. Let me know his address, I'll donate them.

 

 

Ya sure...

Be nothing to the amount that Letictia James will have to pay out when Trump gets her for election interference

I was just watching a TV program  from 40 years ago when he D.A about how he brought down the Mafia.

26 minutes ago, RichardColeman said:

Be nothing to the amount that Letictia James will have to pay out when Trump gets her for election interference

So you believe that a businessman who commits fraud, should be off the hook once he becomes a politician?

Interesting thought, and totally fitting in the Trump era.

4 hours ago, Presto said:

Are you aware that this was the result of a civil lawsuit, brought by Freeman and Moss themselves? And where a jury decides the amount of money related to the damages?

Presto, this guy Jonny (of the rubber variety?) is the useful idiot who's first out of the blocks to defend the latest far right lunacy that is affecting us all. Leave him to dwell in his ignorance.

8 hours ago, Lacessit said:

I have a bowl in which I put copper satangs. Let me know his address, I'll donate them.

 

 

I have a few you can have, but make sure that he pays for the postage up front.

Now where is my teenie, tiny fiddle that I can play a sad tune on.

Oh right I lent it to a friend.

17 hours ago, JonnyF said:

A ridiculous amount. Politically motivated. Thank goodness the Dems and their constant lawfare have been roundly rejected by the electorate. 

 

how is this politically motivated? the case was brought by election workers whom he discredited, and he was tried by a jury. where is the political angle?

14 hours ago, Presto said:

Not taking responsibility, huh? As is to be expected from that bunch.

DJT will pardon Gulliani for these false charges/convictions then go after the real criminals in the Democratic Party all the way to the Biden crime family themselves… 

3 hours ago, HK MacPhooey said:

DJT will pardon Gulliani for these false charges/convictions then go after the real criminals in the Democratic Party all the way to the Biden crime family themselves… 

 

Trump will pardon Giulani for what crime?

4 hours ago, HK MacPhooey said:

DJT will pardon Gulliani for these false charges/convictions then go after the real criminals in the Democratic Party all the way to the Biden crime family themselves… 

Trump can't pardon Giuliani for the outcome of civil actions.

 

He could pay Giuliani the legal fees he owes. Everyone knows Trump's record in paying bills.

 

It's why every lawyer who works for him demands payment in advance.

 

Nazis take care of their own 

8 hours ago, Snackbar said:

Nazis take care of their own 

Fascists. Not Nazis. 

As is shown by one of the first appointments of Trump, Tom Homan. This is the way this next administration is going, and it's very sad to see a big country and powerful country going down the drain so fast.

13 hours ago, HK MacPhooey said:

DJT will pardon Gulliani for these false charges/convictions then go after the real criminals in the Democratic Party all the way to the Biden crime family themselves… 

It's funny how the MAGA alternate universe can propagate.... 😃

14 hours ago, Lacessit said:

t's why every lawyer who works for him demands payment in advance.

How could you ever know that to be the case?