Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis: “The Train is Coming,” Regardless of Legal Hurdles and Distractions
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis expressed her determination to move forward with the case against former President Donald Trump and his 14 co-defendants, despite facing legal challenges and distractions. In an interview attended by News Finder at an Atlanta-area Easter basket giveaway, Willis emphasized that her team’s preparations for the election subversion case are on track.
Despite attempts to disqualify her from the case due to her romantic relationship with her former lead prosecutor, Nathan Wade, Willis stated that she was still actively working on the case during the hearings. She acknowledged the existence of efforts to slow down the progress but remained optimistic, emphasizing “the train is coming.”
Legal hurdles still lie ahead for Willis and her team. On Wednesday, Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee granted requests from Trump and his co-defendants for an appeal on the decision not to disqualify Willis. The Georgia Court of Appeals will now review the case, with arguments centered around a potential conflict of interest between Willis and her former lead prosecutor.
Willis shared that the original plan was to have the trial take place before the November election, although she did not specify an exact date. However, she acknowledged respecting other jurisdictions and potential trial dates for other defendants that may take priority.
Despite the negative attention surrounding her relationship with Wade, Willis felt more loved by the community and specifically received support from women. She emphasized her pride in being a strong professional and stated she did not feel a need to rehabilitate her reputation with Fulton County residents, as the seat does not belong to her but rather to the people.
Willis also acknowledged that defendants may seek to resolve their cases through plea deals and remains open-minded to such negotiations. With Wade’s resignation, she will now lead any potential discussions regarding plea deals moving forward.
The DA expressed her commitment to focusing on the charges, facts, and law while leaving behind the drama, with four people already having pleaded guilty in the case. She emphasized her dedication to serving the community and upholding the honor of her position as district attorney.