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"Trump's Appeal to Remove Fani Willis from GA RICO Case Revived by Georgia Judge"
legalcourt-case1 year ago

"Trump's Appeal to Remove Fani Willis from GA RICO Case Revived by Georgia Judge"

Judge Scott McAfee has allowed the defendants in the Georgia RICO case, including Donald Trump, to seek an immediate interlocutory appeal, potentially delaying the trial until after the election. Last week, McAfee denied Trump's motion to disqualify Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis but agreed to remove special prosecutor Nathan Wade due to an apparent conflict. The defendants have been granted permission to argue to the appeals court that the DA's office should be removed from the case entirely. Despite this, McAfee intends to continue addressing pending pretrial motions unless directed otherwise by an appellate court.

"Judge Dismisses Six Charges Against Trump in Georgia Election Case"
legalcriminal-justice1 year ago

"Judge Dismisses Six Charges Against Trump in Georgia Election Case"

Former President Donald Trump had some of the charges against him dismissed in the Georgia election interference case, but the judge's ruling suggests that Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis may not be disqualified from the prosecution. The decision to strike down some charges may help balance the scales if the judge wants to keep Willis on the case. The six charges dismissed were related to efforts to solicit Georgia officials into violating their oaths of office, but prosecutors could seek a new indictment on these counts.

"Fani Willis Faces Accusations of Witness Tampering and Wrongdoing in Trump RICO Case"
legalcrime1 year ago

"Fani Willis Faces Accusations of Witness Tampering and Wrongdoing in Trump RICO Case"

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and special prosecutor Nathan Wade are accused of witness tampering and suborning perjury in the ongoing RICO and election interference case against Donald Trump, with defense attorneys alleging a coordinated campaign to tamper with a witness and encourage false testimony. The allegations stem from testimony and phone calls involving key witnesses, raising questions about the prosecutors' conduct and the nature of their relationship.

"Fani Willis: From Trump Trial to Fundraising Success"
politics2 years ago

"Fani Willis: From Trump Trial to Fundraising Success"

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis expressed her readiness and preparation for the upcoming trial of former President Donald Trump and his alleged conspirators for election interference in Georgia. Willis plans to seek an August 5 trial date, despite Trump's attorney claiming it amounts to "election interference." Willis dismissed the allegation as ridiculous, stating that the investigation has been ongoing since 2021. While preparing for the trial will be labor-intensive, Willis emphasized her focus on addressing violent crime and ensuring community safety.

"Fani Willis: From Trump Trial to Fundraiser Host and the Problem with Young Thug's Lyrics"
politics2 years ago

"Fani Willis: From Trump Trial to Fundraiser Host and the Problem with Young Thug's Lyrics"

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis expressed her readiness and preparation for the upcoming trial of former President Donald Trump and his alleged conspirators for election interference in Georgia. While the trial date is uncertain, Willis emphasized her focus on addressing violent crime and ensuring community safety, regardless of socio-economic status.

Judge Allows Rap Lyrics as Evidence in Young Thug YSL RICO Trial
crime2 years ago

Judge Allows Rap Lyrics as Evidence in Young Thug YSL RICO Trial

A judge in Fulton County, Georgia, has ruled that certain rap lyrics by Young Thug can be used as evidence in his upcoming racketeering trial. The lyrics, which include explicit content, are being used by prosecutors to prove that Young Thug and other members of the YSL group were part of a criminal street gang. Defense attorneys argue that the lyrics should be protected as artistic expression and that their use would prejudice the jury. The judge has allowed the lyrics to be admitted with conditions, requiring a complete foundation to be met. The trial, which has been delayed for months, is set to begin later this month.

Judge orders separate trials for all defendants in Trump RICO case
politics2 years ago

Judge orders separate trials for all defendants in Trump RICO case

A Fulton County judge ruled that the trials for the 19 defendants, including former President Donald Trump, in the Trump RICO case cannot be tried together. The trials for lawyers Kenneth Chesebro and Sidney Powell will begin on October 23, while the trials for the other 17 defendants will be severed. The judge cited logistical concerns and the projected length of the trial as reasons for the decision. Prosecutors have estimated that the trial could last four months with over 150 witnesses.

"Key Developments in Trump's Georgia Indictment Case: Acquittal, Arraignment, and Defendant's Release on Bond"
legalcriminal-justice2 years ago

"Key Developments in Trump's Georgia Indictment Case: Acquittal, Arraignment, and Defendant's Release on Bond"

Attorney Sidney Powell, one of the defendants in the Fulton County election interference racketeering indictment, could be acquitted by the trial judge before her case goes to the jury, according to a court filing by her lawyer. The motion also requests a trial severance from the other defendants, including former President Donald Trump and lawyer Rudy Giuliani. Powell's lawyer argues that the evidence against her is weak and that she did not engage in any improper activities with her co-defendants. The Fulton District Attorney's Office is expected to dispute Powell's claims.

Trump co-defendant Jeffrey Clark surrenders in Georgia election case, hearing set for federal court move
legalcriminal-justice2 years ago

Trump co-defendant Jeffrey Clark surrenders in Georgia election case, hearing set for federal court move

A judge in Atlanta has scheduled a hearing for Harrison Floyd, a co-defendant in the Georgia election interference case involving former President Donald Trump. Floyd, who has been in custody since Thursday, is the only defendant who did not negotiate a bond agreement with the district attorney's office and remains in custody at the Fulton County Jail. He is associated with the pro-Trump group "Black Voices for Trump" and is charged with racketeering, conspiracy, and influencing witnesses in an alleged scheme to overturn Trump's loss to President Joe Biden.

Young Thug's YSL Records Artist FN DaDealer Arrested for Murder
crime2 years ago

Young Thug's YSL Records Artist FN DaDealer Arrested for Murder

Young Thug's artist FN DaDealer, signed to YSL Records, has been charged with murder in Atlanta. The 20-year-old rapper, Jacoby Moody, is accused of killing Tremaine Glasper. Atlanta PD is still searching for two other suspects involved in the shooting. This arrest comes amidst Young Thug's own legal troubles, as he is currently facing a trial in a RICO case, although he is not charged with murder. Young Thug's lyrics and social media postings are being used as evidence in the case.

Fulton County DA Pursuing Multistate RICO Case Against Trump Over Election Probe.
politics2 years ago

Fulton County DA Pursuing Multistate RICO Case Against Trump Over Election Probe.

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is reportedly building a massive, multi-state RICO case against the Trump campaign for criminally interfering in Georgia's 2020 presidential election. The investigation began with former President Donald Trump's phone call with Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and has since expanded to include Rudy Giuliani's testimony and the false electors scheme. Willis is seeking information from two out-of-state firms hired by the Trump campaign to investigate voter fraud allegations. She is expected to present her investigation to a grand jury in August.