A Georgia judge has ruled that Fani Willis, Fulton County District Attorney, can be subpoenaed by the state Senate to testify under oath about alleged misconduct in the Trump RICO case. The decision follows months of criticism over her handling of the high-profile investigation.
Georgia judge rules state lawmakers can subpoena Fani Willis in misconduct probe https://t.co/NsHdHYBx08 pic.twitter.com/KWAk2ybYSh
— New York Post (@nypost) December 27, 2024
The ruling grants the Senate’s Republican-led committee the authority to question Willis extensively about claims that she abused her office. Judge Ingram’s decision is seen as a victory for those calling for increased accountability in the case.
HUGE: Court finds Fani Willis in default on @JudicialWatch lawsuit for records on her Lawfare collusion with Biden gang and Pelosi's operation to destroy @RealDonaldTrump! Orders her to search and produce releasable records within 5 business days!pic.twitter.com/cV585vjA9Y
— Tom Fitton (@TomFitton) December 3, 2024
Georgia state Sen. Greg Dolezal shared the news on X, writing, “We’ll see you soon, Madam D.A.” The announcement has been met with both approval and skepticism, with commentators debating the implications of the ruling.
Fani Willis Can Be Subpoenaed About Trump, Judge Rules – https://t.co/QCpAP2oImw
— Lester McClintock (@LesterMcCl28224) December 28, 2024
Some critics believe the case reflects Willis’ alleged misuse of prosecutorial powers, while others question whether she will comply with the subpoena. Willis previously ignored a subpoena to attend a Black Caucus event, leading to doubts about her willingness to cooperate.
Fani Still Has to Face the Music: GA Judge Says She's Subject to Lawmakers' Subpoenas https://t.co/xSHc5Xy7zh
The last time Fani Willis was subpoenaed to testify, she failed to appear. Whatever happened to NO ONE IS ABOVE THE LAW ?— catluver (@catsmeow9010) December 28, 2024
The case, covered by Fox News, has sparked renewed debate about the intersection of politics and justice in high-profile cases. Willis’ legal team, led by Roy Barnes, plans to appeal the decision, calling the ruling flawed. She must file her appeal by January 13 to challenge the court’s order.
