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Fani Willis Returns to Testify Amid Misconduct Claims in Trump Georgia Probe

Feb 16, 2024 1 min read

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Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis faced scrutiny over her relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade in a hearing related to the Georgia election interference case against former President Donald Trump. Willis defended herself against accusations that the relationship and financial dealings with Wade, who she appointed, were improper and could disqualify her from the case. Both Willis and Wade confirmed their relationship began in 2022 and denied any misconduct.

During the testimony, Willis accused defense attorneys of spreading falsehoods about her personal life in an attempt to have her removed from the high-profile case. Trump's lawyers argued that the financial benefits Willis and Wade allegedly received from taxpayer money were grounds for their disqualification. Meanwhile, Mary Trump, the former president's niece, commended Willis for her testimony, which she viewed as unfavorable for her uncle.

The case itself involves allegations that Trump and his associates conspired to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia. Trump faces 13 counts related to violating the state's racketeering act and has pleaded not guilty, while four of his co-defendants have pleaded guilty. No trial date has been set, and Willis has testified to defend her professional integrity amidst the ongoing legal proceedings.

Willis is expected to return to the witness stand for further questioning. However, the judge indicated that a ruling on whether to disqualify Willis and her office from the case will not be issued immediately. The hearing is set to continue with further witness testimonies and cross-examination by defense attorney Ashleigh Merchant.

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