Judge Criticizes Giuliani's Financial Missteps Amid Bankruptcy Case

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Sean Lane criticized Rudy Giuliani for prioritizing personal expenses over bankruptcy fees. Giuliani, who owes $350,000, sought bankruptcy protection after being ordered to pay $148 million over false election claims. The judge may keep him in bankruptcy while investigating payment solutions.

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Sean Lane criticized Rudy Giuliani on Wednesday for prioritizing personal expenses, including spending on his Florida condo and attending the Republican National Convention, while avoiding paying his bankruptcy fees.

Last week, Judge Lane ruled that Giuliani should be expelled from bankruptcy for failing to make essential financial disclosures. Giuliani, known for his role as Donald Trump's lawyer, still owes about $350,000 in bankruptcy expenses to creditors who had to hire investigative accountants to address gaps in his financial reports.

During a court hearing in White Plains, New York, Judge Lane expressed frustration over Giuliani's lack of cooperation with the court. The judge suggested keeping Giuliani in bankruptcy to explore ways to secure payment for the creditor fees or even forcing him to testify about his cash holdings. Lane ordered Giuliani to present a plan within 24 hours to address these fees.

(With inputs from agencies.)