Georgia Court Disqualifies DA Fani Willis

The Georgia Court of Appeals has disqualified Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting Donald Trump and his co-defendants in the 2020 election interference case, citing a 'significant appearance of impropriety' due to her prior romantic relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade. This 2-1 ruling follows a previous decision by a trial court that had allowed Willis to remain on the case, provided Wade was removed, which he was. The Court emphasized that disqualification was necessary to restore public confidence in the legal proceedings, despite acknowledging that mere appearances of impropriety are typically insufficient for such a decision. The court has mandated the appointment of a new special prosecutor, but it did not dismiss the indictment against Trump and his co-defendants. Trump's legal team has sought Willis's removal since January, arguing that her relationship posed a conflict of interest. Legal experts suggest this ruling could significantly hinder the prosecution's efforts moving forward.