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Democrat Jaha Howard narrowly won the Georgia Senate special election runoff, representing a district in metro Atlanta, after a competitive race against fellow Democrat Roger Bruce. Howard, a dentist and former Cobb County School Board member, will succeed resigning Senator Jason Esteves and has emphasized his commitment to LGBTQ and women's rights. He is set to serve in the state Senate and faces reelection next year.
Mike Collins has announced his bid for the Georgia Senate seat, highlighting his support from Trump and his background as a trucker, with a focus on his legislative work like the Laken Riley Act, amidst a competitive midterm landscape.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis dismisses the Georgia state senate's investigation into her as a "political quest," stating that she is committed to upholding justice. The investigation, prompted by allegations of impropriety, saw defense attorney Ashleigh Merchant testifying about efforts to disqualify Willis and special prosecutor Nathan Wade from a case. Democrats condemned the investigation as a "travesty," while committee chair state Sen. Bill Cowsert invited Willis to testify voluntarily or face a subpoena. The committee's scope is limited to determining if state laws were broken and recommending legislative changes, leading to accusations of political theatrics from Democrats.
Staff members under Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis have offered to testify in an investigation into alleged financial misconduct and a romance scandal involving attorney Nathan Wade. The Georgia Senate panel is looking into potential misuse of public funds, while Willis has filed motions to dismiss subpoenas and faces criticism from Trump and his lawyers. Legal experts have both supported and criticized Willis, with ongoing efforts to keep the prosecution against Trump and 14 others moving forward despite the controversy.
The Georgia Senate panel investigating Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is planning to hire an outside attorney and researcher as several whistleblowers within her office seek to speak to the committee about alleged misuse of federal and state funds, including accusations of engaging in a romantic relationship with someone she hired. The panel has the power to subpoena people and evidence, require testimony under oath, and recommend changes to state law if misconduct is found. Senate Democrats have expressed concerns about the investigation being a political witch hunt, while the committee's leader insists that it is not.
Donald Trump's legal team has joined an effort to disqualify Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting the election interference case, alleging racial bias. Trump's attorneys accused Willis of making racially charged remarks and having a secret relationship with a special prosecutor. The case has become increasingly personal, with the Georgia Senate planning to investigate the allegations, and a judge considering whether former Justice Department officials can testify.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia has expressed interest in running for Senate in 2026 and potentially becoming Vice President if former President Donald Trump wins. She has been a staunch defender of Trump and criticized Georgia Governor Brian Kemp for not supporting Trump's election claims. Greene's potential Senate bid could be against incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff, and Trump has not named any possible running mates for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination. Greene is known for her controversial statements and conspiracy theories, and she was previously stripped of her committee assignments in Congress.