Rudy Giuliani, once celebrated as “America’s Mayor,” has found himself in hot water again. A judge has held Giuliani in contempt of court for failing to provide critical paperwork needed to seize his assets—an effort aimed at settling a whopping $148 million defamation lawsuit.
The case stems from accusations made by Giuliani, a close ally of Donald Trump, against two Georgia election workers. He alleged that they tampered with ballots during the 2020 presidential election—a claim that led to the massive defamation suit.
From Penthouse to Courtroom Drama
In October, Giuliani was ordered to surrender some prized possessions to pay off the judgment. This included his New York penthouse, a Mercedes-Benz, sports memorabilia, and even watches. While he turned over the penthouse and car, he hasn’t handed over the necessary documents to finalize these transactions.
Adding to the controversy, court papers reveal that Giuliani hasn’t provided a single dollar to the election workers. He claims to have misplaced a valuable Joe DiMaggio jersey and insists he doesn’t know where it is.
“Willful Defiance,” Say Lawyers
The election workers’ legal team has accused Giuliani of displaying a “consistent pattern of willful defiance.” His refusal to comply with the judge’s orders has delayed efforts to resolve the case, leaving the court increasingly frustrated.
During testimony on Monday, Giuliani admitted he deliberately withheld information about his assets. Why? He believes the requests are too broad, inappropriate, and designed as a “trap” by opposing lawyers. He even claimed that complying with these demands made it “impossible to function” for nearly half of his time.
Could Giuliani Lose His Florida Home?
The drama doesn’t stop there. The plaintiffs’ lawyers are urging the court to rule that Giuliani’s Palm Beach property is not his primary residence, making it eligible for seizure. Giuliani’s attorney pushed back hard, calling such a move a “civil death penalty.” Losing the property before a mid-January trial could deal a devastating financial blow to the former mayor.
What’s Next for Giuliani?
While it’s unclear what specific punishment Giuliani will face in this case, one thing is certain—his legal woes are far from over. The Georgia defamation case looms large, and his resistance to court orders has only complicated matters further.
This saga of defiance, missed deadlines, and courtroom battles shows a sharp contrast to the Giuliani of old, leaving many to wonder: What’s next for “America’s Mayor”?