Fani Willis Defends Role in Trump RICO Case Amid Disqualification Appeals

Fulton County DA argues against removal over alleged conflict of interest involving former prosecutor Nathan Wade.

Willis files brief urging Georgia appeals court to uphold decision allowing her to remain on the case.
Defense claims Willis' relationship with Wade created a conflict of interest; both deny wrongdoing.
Judge McAfee ruled the relationship showed an 'appearance of impropriety' but not an actual conflict.
Appeals court to hear oral arguments in December, delaying the case resolution until after the 2024 election.
Willis criticizes the defense's arguments as 'red herrings' aimed at derailing the prosecution.