How Teresa Giudice’s Daughters Reacted to Mom and Luis Ruelas’ Tax Problems

The Real Housewives of New Jersey seems like it has been on pause forever. Teresa Giudice and her husband, Luis Ruelas, are in limbo since Bravo hasn’t made any RHONJ Season 15 casting announcements. Right now, this couple could use the paychecks. Luis and Teresa were both hit with tax liens totalling a whopping $3 million. So, how did Teresa’s four daughters react?

RHONJ’s Teresa Giudice and Luis Ruelas are facing big tax debts

While most of us felt a sense of déjà vu, Gia Giudice wasn’t worried about Teresa and Luis’ financial bind. Since Teresa already served time in prison for fraud, I think I would be concerned.

“It was definitely a family discussion. My sisters were calling, just making sure – because they’re at college,” Gia told PEOPLE. “Everyone checks in – ‘Is everything under control?’ And [Teresa and Luis] obviously said, ‘Yes, everything is being handled.’” Teresa’s eldest daughter added, “So certain things we obviously do talk about as a family, but if it’s careless stories, then we just brush it off.”

Right now, Gia is branching out on her own. She is a cast member in the new series Next Gen NYC, which premieres in June. She also has a new podcast, Casual Chaos. Previously, Gia planned to attend law school, but those plans are on hold. Instead, Gia is focused on her social media, new show, and podcast.

“My whole family’s in the public eye. So whatever goes on with my family, [I’m] associated with it,” Gia explained. “It’s just how it goes.” She continued, “I’m excited for people to get to know my fun, lighthearted self. And I just want them to feel like they’re in a conversation with me while listening to my podcast. I want them to feel how casual and easy I am, and I also want them to really feel like they can relate to me,” Gia added.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey is streaming on Peacock and can be viewed on Hayu in the UK and Ireland. Next Gen NYC premieres Tuesday, June 3, at 9 p.m. ET on Bravo.