Giuliani Ordered to Surrender $6 Million Apartment to Election Workers

In a landmark decision, Rudy Giuliani has been ordered by a federal judge to hand over his luxury Manhattan apartment and various assets to Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, stemming from a defamation lawsuit. The case, which highlights the ongoing repercussions of false claims during the 2020 presidential election, saw Freeman and Moss securing over $140 million in damages against Giuliani last year for his baseless allegations of vote tampering.

In a detailed ruling, the judge found that Giuliani must not only surrender his $6 million apartment but also a collection of luxury watches, furniture, and memorabilia, including a signed Joe DiMaggio jersey. Notably, the judge determined that Freeman and Moss are entitled to $2 million related to Trump’s campaign debts to Giuliani. As the election workers sought asset seizures, Giuliani was faced with demands for properties spanning both New York and Florida, luxury items like a Mercedes-Benz, and items of sentimental value like his Yankees World Series rings.

The order requires Giuliani to comply within seven days, marking a significant moment for the two women, who have endured intimidation and harassment following Giuliani's defamatory claims. Adding to his troubles, Giuliani, once a powerful figure in politics and legal circles, lost his legal credentials in July and has pleaded not guilty to multiple felony charges tied to a "fake elector scheme." This ruling underscores the fallout from Giuliani's actions as he deals with the fallout of a long string of legal challenges following his role in the election misinformation campaign.