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politics1 year ago

"Fani Willis Celebrates Primary Victory with Judge Presiding Over Trump GA Case"

Former special prosecutor Nathan Wade was seen at the victory party for Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis after her primary win in Georgia. The event took place in Buckhead, Georgia, and was attended by notable figures including Mayor Andre Dickens and Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum. Willis addressed her supporters, emphasizing that no one is above or beneath the law, possibly in reference to her prosecution in the Trump trial. Wade and Willis had been accused of having an improper affair, leading to Wade's resignation from the DA's office in March. Both have denied the accusations, with Wade describing their relationship as an "American as apple pie" workplace romance.

via Fox News|
#campaign-party#fani-willis#georgia
politics1 year ago

"Fani Willis Warns of Impending Legal Action in Trump Case"

Fulton county district attorney Fani Willis has severed ties with Nathan Wade, the lawyer she selected to prosecute Donald Trump, after revealing they were romantically involved. The scandal has drawn attention to Atlanta's blend of old south traditions and new Black bourgeoisie, as well as racial and gender dynamics in the political climate. The affair has raised questions about Willis's judgment and the disproportionate scrutiny she faces as a Black female prosecutor, while Trump's team seeks to exploit the situation to discredit her.

via The Guardian US|
#atlanta#fani-willis#nathan-wade
legal-scandal1 year ago

"Fani Willis Issues Warning as Trump Case Appeals Proceed"

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis remains undeterred in her pursuit of the 2020 election interference case against former President Trump despite accusations of an "improper" relationship with special counsel Nathan Wade. Willis asserts that her team has not slowed down and warns that "the train is coming," despite the scandal. Following an ultimatum from the judge, Wade resigned from the case, allowing Willis to continue. The judge acknowledged an appearance of impropriety but denied the defendants' claims of an actual conflict of interest, while also criticizing Willis's judgment and unprofessional testimony.

via Fox News|
#fani-willis#legal-case#legal-scandal
politics1 year ago

"Legal Drama: Trump's Legal Battles with Fani Willis and Marjorie Taylor Greene"

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a disbarment complaint against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, alleging corrupt actions related to her election interference case against former President Trump. This comes after a judge allowed Trump and co-defendants to seek an appeal in the case. The complaint revolves around allegations of an "improper" affair between Willis and special prosecutor Nathan Wade, whom she hired for the case. Both Willis and Wade have denied the allegations, and Wade has since resigned.

via Fox News|
#disbarment-complaint#election-interference-case#fani-willis
legalcourt-case1 year ago

"Whistleblower Attorney Vindicated as Judge Criticizes DA's Church Speech"

Attorney Ashleigh Merchant, who initiated the effort to remove Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from the Georgia election interference case due to her romantic relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, feels vindicated after the judge's ruling. Despite the judge allowing Willis to stay on the case, Wade had to step down. Merchant believes they should have all been removed and plans to appeal the decision. She denies receiving resources from the Trump camp for her investigation and asserts that she conducted it independently.

via WSB Atlanta|
#ashleigh-merchant#fani-willis#georgia-election-interference-case
legalcriminal-justice1 year ago

"Whistleblower Attorney Vindicated as Judge Criticizes Fani Willis' Church Speech"

Attorney Ashleigh Merchant, who alleged an "improper" relationship between Fani Willis and Nathan Wade, criticized Willis for claiming "Jesus" told her to prosecute Trump in a speech, and expressed surprise at Willis using race as an issue in discussing her detractors. Willis faces accusations of misusing funds and engaging in an "improper" relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, and her defense team has filed a motion to dismiss the case and disqualify Willis from the Georgia election fraud case.

via New York Post |
#donald-trump#fani-willis#georgia
legalcriminal-justice1 year ago

"Fani Willis' Legal Battle with Donald Trump: A Closer Look"

Legal analyst Harry Litman suggested that Fani Willis' prosecution of former President Donald Trump remains "tainted" despite special prosecutor Nathan Wade resigning from the case. Willis, the district attorney for Georgia's Fulton County, has been leading the investigation that brought a criminal indictment against Trump for his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results in the state. Litman criticized the handling of the case and warned that the controversy surrounding it could have political implications in Georgia and nationally. Despite denials from Willis, allegations of an improper relationship with Wade have cast doubt on the case's integrity.

via Newsweek|
#controversy#donald-trump#fani-willis
politics1 year ago

"Nathan Wade Resigns Amid Controversy Surrounding Trump Prosecutor Fani Willis"

Fox News host Sean Hannity reacts to a ruling in the case to remove Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from the Georgia election interference case against former President Trump. The judge accused Willis of lying, corruption, and gross misconduct, citing financial impropriety and unprofessional behavior. Despite the judge's rebuke, Willis is allowed to continue the case if she fires her lover and special prosecutor, Nathan Wade, who has since resigned.

via Fox News|
#corruption#donald-trump#fani-willis
politics1 year ago

Judge Allows Fani Willis to Continue Prosecuting Trump Georgia Election Case with Conditions

A Fulton County judge ruled that District Attorney Fani Willis and her office can continue prosecuting the 2020 election case involving former President Donald Trump and his allies if special prosecutor Nathan Wade steps aside, following allegations of a romantic relationship between the two. The judge criticized Willis for a "tremendous lapse in judgment" but allowed her to remain on the case, while also dismissing six counts in the indictment and leaving the remainder intact for Georgia prosecutors to seek a new indictment. The bid to disqualify Willis and Wade arose from claims of a pre-existing relationship and financial benefits, leading to fiery testimony and scrutiny of their personal and professional interactions.

via CBS News|
#fani-willis#fulton-county#georgia
legalcourt1 year ago

"Judge to Rule on Disqualifying Fani Willis from Trump Case in Georgia Today"

A judge in Fulton County, Georgia is expected to rule on a motion to disqualify District Attorney Fani Willis from the election interference case against former President Donald Trump due to her romantic relationship with Special Prosecutor Nathan Wade. The defense alleges a conflict of interest and financial gain, while Willis and Wade deny any wrongdoing. If Willis is disqualified, the case against Trump and others could be thrown into question, with the possibility of a new attorney taking over the prosecution.

via FOX 5 Atlanta|
#conflict-of-interest#disqualification-motion#fani-willis
legalcriminal-justice1 year ago

"Defense Attorney Warns of Potential 'Death Knell' for Trump Case as Judge Considers Disqualifying DA Willis"

Defense attorney Caroline Polisi expressed concern that Fulton County D.A. Fani Willis being removed from the case to prosecute former President Trump could be detrimental, potentially leading to the case losing momentum if reassigned to another governing body. Polisi clarified that the judge's decision to disqualify Willis and the dismissal of charges against Trump are separate legal issues, but noted that reassigning the case could derail it altogether. She cited a previous case where Willis was disqualified and the prosecution has not been reassigned as an example of what could happen with the Trump case, potentially leading to the case being "death by a thousand cuts."

via Fox News|
#donald-trump#fani-willis#judicial-decision
legalcriminal-justice1 year ago

"Fani Willis Faces Critical Decisions Amid Controversy"

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis's office acknowledged a "data entry error" in recording payments to her former boyfriend, Nathan Wade, in the Donald Trump indictment case. Trump has pleaded not guilty to 13 charges in Georgia, claiming the case is politically motivated. Records show Wade earned over $650,000 for his role as the Anti-Corruption Special Prosecutor, with recent invoices revealing payments exceeding $30,000 per month. Questions have arisen about the source of these payments, with allegations of a relationship between Willis and Wade, and discrepancies regarding the funding accounts used for the payments.

via Newsweek|
#donald-trump#fani-willis#fulton-county
legal-affairs1 year ago

"Uncovering Fani Willis' Secret Relationship: The Ashleigh Merchant Investigation"

Georgia defense attorney Ashleigh Merchant revealed to a Senate committee how she uncovered the affair between Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and attorney Nathan Wade, who was appointed as special prosecutor in the election interference case against Donald Trump. The affair, which allegedly began in 2019, has raised concerns about conflict of interest and potential misconduct, with evidence including travel records and credit card statements. The hearings over their relationship have concluded, and a ruling on the allegations is expected within the next two weeks.

via New York Post |
#conflict-of-interest#fani-willis#georgia
legalpolitical1 year ago

"Georgia State Senators Hear Arguments on Disqualifying Fani Willis in Relationship Probe"

The defense attorney for a Trump co-defendant presented arguments to Georgia state senators seeking to disqualify Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting the election interference case, alleging a conflict of interest due to her relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade. The Senate committee, which does not have the power to disqualify Willis, held a hearing to investigate potential misuse of state funds or power for personal gain. Willis denied the allegations, calling the hearing a "political quest," and the investigation is expected to take many months to complete.

via NBC News|
#fani-willis#georgia#legalpolitical
legalpolitical1 year ago

"Fani Willis and Nathan Wade: Uncovering the Relationship"

Attorney Ashleigh Merchant revealed new details about how she uncovered the romantic relationship between Georgia District Attorney Fani Willis and special prosecutor Nathan Wade, including testimony from Wade's former law partner Terrence Bradley and Willis' former friend Robin Yeartie. The relationship has raised questions about the handling of Georgia's election interference case against Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants, with allegations of misuse of state funds and claims that the relationship began before Wade was appointed as a special prosecutor.

via Newsweek|
#fani-willis#georgia#investigation