"Legal Drama: The Controversial Case Surrounding D.A. Fani Willis and Trump"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Ashleigh Merchant, a "badass" Georgia criminal defense attorney, is set to challenge the racketeering case against former President Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants by alleging a conflict of interest between Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and her appointed special prosecutor, Nathan Wade, whom she reportedly had a romantic relationship with. Merchant's motion demands the dismissal of charges against her client, GOP political operative Mike Roman, and could potentially impact the entire case. The hearing on Thursday will determine if Willis and Wade's relationship constitutes a conflict of interest, potentially leading to the case's end. Merchant's proactive approach and thorough investigation have put her in the national spotlight, with the potential to affect the outcome of the high-stakes case.