Rudy Giuliani's lawyers withdraw from defamation case over asset surrender issues
Rudy Giuliani's lawyers have withdrawn from his defamation case, citing a "fundamental disagreement" with him. This decision follows accusations that Giuliani is hiding property he was ordered to surrender to two election workers he defamed. The withdrawal came after a court hearing where Giuliani was told to comply with deadlines for turning over assets. His lawyers claimed he has made it difficult for them to represent him effectively. Giuliani faces a nearly $150 million judgment from a previous defamation case and has filed for bankruptcy, which was dismissed. He is now required to transfer significant assets, including a penthouse and luxury items.