Creditors urge investigation into Donald Trump payments to Rudy Giuliani

Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani is facing accusations from lawyers representing his creditors, who claim he is treating his bankruptcy case as a "joke" and attempting to evade accountability by portraying himself as an elderly man. The attorneys allege that Giuliani has shown disrespect towards the court, the bankruptcy process, and the committee overseeing his case. Giuliani, a close ally of former President Donald Trump, is currently embroiled in legal and financial troubles stemming from his involvement in Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Giuliani, indicted on charges related to election subversion in Arizona and Georgia, has pleaded not guilty and filed for bankruptcy protection after a defamation verdict was issued against him. Creditors, including one of the election workers who won the defamation case, oppose Giuliani's attempt to convert his chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings into a chapter seven liquidation of assets. They accuse him of playing games with the court and trying to avoid responsibility for his actions. Disbarment proceedings against Giuliani are ongoing in Washington DC, with his creditors' attorneys highlighting his pattern of behavior in both legal and bankruptcy cases. They argue that Giuliani's actions reflect a consistent effort to shirk accountability for his actions. The creditors are pushing for a trustee to investigate the $2 million debt owed to Giuliani by Trump, adding another layer of complexity to Giuliani's financial woes. Despite these developments, a spokesperson for Giuliani did not respond to a request for comment on the matter. The situation underscores the challenges faced by Giuliani as he navigates legal battles and financial difficulties, with his credibility and reputation at stake amidst mounting legal troubles and accusations of misconduct.