Fani Willis, the district attorney for Fulton County, has been ordered by a Georgia judge to testify before the state Senate on allegations of misconduct tied to the Trump RICO case. The ruling empowers the Republican-controlled committee to compel her testimony under oath.
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
Judge Ingram’s decision is the latest legal challenge for Willis, who has faced mounting criticism over her handling of Trump’s case. The Senate investigation aims to uncover whether Willis abused her position or violated ethical standards.
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 announced the ruling on X, stating, “We’ll see you soon, Madam D.A.” The news has drawn widespread attention, with reactions ranging from calls for accountability to doubts about Willis’ compliance.
Fani Willis Can Be Subpoenaed About Trump, Judge Rules – https://t.co/QCpAP2oImw
— Lester McClintock (@LesterMcCl28224) December 28, 2024
Critics of Willis highlight her prior defiance of a subpoena in September, raising questions about whether she will adhere to the current ruling. Supporters of the investigation argue that the subpoena is necessary to ensure transparency and justice.
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
Fox News reported that Willis’ attorney, Roy Barnes, plans to appeal the ruling, asserting that the court’s decision is incorrect. The deadline for filing an appeal is January 13.
The committee is expected to set a date for Willis’ testimony, which could shed light on her controversial approach to the Trump case.
