Overview

• Fani Willis, Fulton County DA, skipped a local debate to attend the White House Correspondents Dinner, sparking criticism from her primary opponent, Christian Wise Smith.
• Smith accused Willis of neglecting local concerns, such as crime and community engagement, in favor of high-profile events and cases.
• The controversy also involves Willis hiring her romantic partner as a special prosecutor in the Trump case, leading to ethical questions and a judge's order for changes in the prosecution team.
• Despite the ongoing controversy and criticism, Willis maintains significant lead in local polls ahead of the Democratic primary.
• Willis and Smith are set to face off in the Democratic primary on May 28, with the winner to compete against a Republican challenger in November.