Fani Willis Ordered to Release Communications

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has been ordered by a Georgia court to release communications with Special Counsel Jack Smith and the House January 6 Committee within five business days or explain their absence, following a default judgment after she provided no meritorious defense. This ruling follows a lawsuit by Judicial Watch, accusing Willis of violating Georgia's Open Records Act. The case highlights ongoing legal challenges and scrutiny surrounding Willis's prosecution of former President Trump for election interference. Separately, Willis faces a legal challenge from a Georgia State Senate committee, which claims she refused to comply with subpoenas related to her prosecution of Trump, arguing they lack legal authority. The committee, led by Republicans, accuses her of misconduct in the Trump case. Willis contends that full legislative approval is necessary for the committee's subpoena power.