Title: Former Georgia Election Workers Seek Giuliani's Property to Collect $148 Million Defamation Judgement

In a bold move to collect a $148 million defamation judgement against Rudy Giuliani, two former Georgia election workers, Ruby Freeman and Wandrea "Shaye" Moss, have petitioned the U.S. District Court in Manhattan to seize the former New York City mayor's assets, including his Madison Avenue apartment and prized New York Yankees memorabilia. The legal team representing Freeman and Moss argued that Giuliani's alleged evasion and obstruction justified taking control of his properties through a legal mechanism known as receivership.

Freeman and Moss, who were targeted by Giuliani following Donald Trump's 2020 election loss, have been relentless in their efforts to recover the staggering debt from the cash-strapped ex-mayor. With the recent collapse of Giuliani's bankruptcy case, which had previously halted collection proceedings, the determined duo is looking to chip away at what he owes them.

Giuliani's apartment, cash reserves, and coveted items such as three World Series rings and a signed Joe DiMaggio shirt are among the assets Freeman and Moss are seeking to claim. Additionally, they have asserted their right to around $2 million that Giuliani claims the Trump campaign owes him. Another property in his possession, a condominium in Palm Beach, Florida, is also targeted for potential seizure.

If Giuliani fails to comply with the court's order to surrender his property promptly, Freeman and Moss' legal team has vowed to explore alternative measures, citing his repeated evasion and disobedience. Giuliani's spokesperson, Ted Goodman, criticized the petition, characterizing it as a deliberate attempt to harass and intimidate the former mayor during his ongoing appeal process. Goodman claimed the lawsuit was politically motivated and aimed at suppressing free speech.

Giuliani, a long-time ally of Trump, filed for bankruptcy in December 2022, shortly after the massive defamation judgement was issued against him. The women allege that Giuliani's baseless attacks led to death threats, forcing them to fear for their lives. During the bankruptcy case, Giuliani was accused of circumventing bankruptcy laws and concealing assets from his creditors.

The dismissal of the bankruptcy case has empowered Freeman and Moss to pursue legal means to reclaim at least a portion of the owed amount. They have already filed paperwork, placed liens on Giuliani's New York and Florida properties, and issued a subpoena demanding information about his assets, to which he has not yet responded.

Giuliani has been saddled with mounting debt and legal troubles, attempting to sell his Manhattan co-op apartment for over a year. Although initially listed at $6.5 million, the asking price has now dropped to $5.7 million as his financial situation deteriorates. His Palm Beach condominium was valued at $3.5 million during the bankruptcy proceedings.

Alongside the properties, Freeman and Moss are seeking to acquire Giuliani's watches, a diamond ring, costume jewelry, furniture, and a 1980 Mercedes-Benz SL500. The intent is to auction off these items, along with autographed memorabilia such as Reggie Jackson and Yankee Stadium pictures, in order to generate funds to offset the debt. While the potential worth of the properties and belongings sought by Freeman and Moss exceeds $10 million, it is still only a fraction of what they are owed.

These judicial proceedings are just one component of the legal challenges Giuliani is currently facing. In July, he was disbarred in New York after making false statements about the outcome of the 2020 election. He also faces the possibility of losing his law license in Washington, D.C., pending a disbarment recommendation. In addition, Giuliani is confronting criminal charges in Georgia and Arizona related to his involvement in efforts to overturn the election results.

Giuliani's bankruptcy filings revealed significant debts, including the $148 million owed to Freeman and Moss, state and federal tax liabilities of nearly $1 million, and fees owed to his legal team. His estimated assets ranged from $1 million to $10 million. Recent financial disclosures indicate that Giuliani had approximately $94,000 in cash at the end of May, while Giuliani Communications, his company, had around $237,000 in its bank account. The primary source of income for Giuliani has been a retirement account valued at just over $1 million.

As Freeman and Moss pursue their rightful claim to the outstanding debt, the legal battles and financial woes of the 80-year-old Giuliani continue to mount. Once hailed as "America's Mayor" for his leadership in the aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks, Giuliani now finds himself embroiled in a series of legal troubles that threaten to tarnish his legacy and further strain his already faltering financial situation.