Former Mayor of New York City, Rudy Giuliani, was once known for his broad appeal across party lines – particularly as a Republican in a predominantly Democratic city. Nowadays, his political identity has shifted.
The Far-Right MAGA Movement
Once associated with a far more moderate stance, Giuliani is now closely linked to the far-right MAGA movement and has been actively involved in supporting Donald Trump’s attempts to undemocratically overturn the outcome of the 2020 presidential election.
A Financial Impact
The shift in his political identity has led to his involvement in legal battles, including being named alongside Trump as a co-defendant in the extensive legal actions led by Fani Willis in Fulton County, Georgia. These legal challenges have not only tarnished Giuliani’s reputation but have also had a notable impact on his financial situation.
A Very Expensive Condo
Martin Pengelly – a journalist at The Guardian – reported that due to his mounting legal expenses, Giuliani has decided to sell his condominium located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. The asking price for the condo is set at $6.5 million.
A Staggering Phone Bill
According to attorney Adam Katz, Giuliani’s financial troubles have grown to the point where he is struggling to cover various outstanding bills, including a staggering $57,000 phone payment among other substantial expenses. Katz said that the financial downturn has been a humbling experience for Giuliani.
From Respected Figure to Trump Supporter
Giuliani’s transformation from a respected figure to a staunch supporter of Donald Trump is an interesting one. During Trump’s presidency, Giuliani’s involvement in seeking potentially damaging information about political opponents from Ukraine played a role in triggering the first of two impeachment proceedings against the former president.
Racketeering and Conspiracy
Furthermore, Giuliani’s efforts to overturn the outcome of the 2020 election have exacerbated his legal challenges and contributed to the increasing burden of fees and associated issues. These efforts are now the subject of criminal allegations in Georgia, where he faces charges of racketeering and conspiracy.
The Internet Responded
News of the apartment’s listing was shared across social media and, for the most part, people mocked Giuliani. “Poor guy has to sell an apartment worth more than the vast majority of Americans will ever accumulate in their whole lives. If only he didn’t have to deal with all those pesky lawsuits for all the crimes he committed,” one person sarcastically wrote.
Thrown to the Curb
Others questioned whether Giuliani regrets his support for Trump. One individual said: “I wonder if he regrets following Donald like he did. It looks like he’s been thrown to the curb by Donny Boy and is on his own which is funny because Rudy helped him raise a bunch of money. Rudy will still vote for him of course.”
Giuliani’s Financial Situation
Some people speculated further about Giuliani’s financial situation. “God only knows how many loans Rudy took out using that apartment’s value as collateral too. I’d be surprised if he clears more than a few hundred thousand from the sale. I hope he has to ask for his bail in the Georgia RICO case to be revoked just to get a roof over his head,” one person wrote.
Some Responses Were Satirical
Others responded with satire. Referring to ridiculous, ignorant comments baby boomers often make about young people, one person said: “But all he’s gotta do is stop drinking Starbucks every day and he’ll have those legal fees covered in no time.”
Others Were Sarcastic
A fair few commenters wrote sarcastic remarks about the situation. “The estimated monthly cost for Rudy’s apartment is $48,291. Rudy’s just a regular man of the people. A salt of the earth old conservative Joe that really understands the struggles of the MAGA folk,” one individual said.
The Condo’s Price
Others made comments about the condo’s price. “No apartment, anywhere, for any reason, should ever be ‘worth’ that much money. That’s insane,” one person wrote. “Can we just take a minute to talk about how disgusting it is that an apartment costs that much,” another echoed.
He’ll Have to Pay Tax on Gains
Some commenters wanted to know exactly how much Giuliani owes in fees. One such individual said: “This story is meaningless without knowing what he owes. He’ll have to pay tax on any gains and the commission for the real estate agent. It is not inconceivable that he’s just trying to get out from underneath the monthly mortgage and maintenance charges.”
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