Fani Willis Faces Scrutiny Amid Affair Scandal and Trump Prosecution Efforts
The Fulton County district attorney remains defiant, receiving support despite controversies over her relationship with a key prosecutor and potential perjury charges.
- Fani Willis, embroiled in a scandal over an affair with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, insists she has done nothing illegal and maintains her reputation is intact.
- Judge Scott McAfee ruled the Trump case could proceed with Willis or Wade stepping down, leading to Wade's resignation to eliminate the 'appearance of impropriety'.
- Willis faces accusations of lying under oath about the affair's timing, raising questions of perjury amidst her efforts to prosecute former President Donald Trump.
- Despite the controversy, Willis claims widespread support from the community, especially among women, and views herself as a role model for women and the face of the feminist movement.
- The Fulton County DA's office moves forward with the Trump prosecution, with Willis expressing hope for a trial before Election Day, despite potential appeals and procedural delays.