Georgia Governor Brian Kemp expressed concerns about the Fulton County district attorney’s case against former President Donald Trump and other co-defendants, suggesting that it appears increasingly political. Kemp, a Republican, commented on the case following allegations that Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and special prosecutor Nathan Wade were involved in a clandestine relationship.
One of the co-defendants filed a court motion accusing Willis and Wade of engaging in a secretive relationship, and the judge in the case has raised the possibility of disqualifying Willis. Kemp emphasized the perceived political nature of the case and expressed caution in his remarks.
“It’s hard to believe that a process that I think many people—including myself—believe is very political, regardless of the merits behind the case, has gotten even more political now because of her actions and those of Mr. Wade and others,” Kemp told NewsNation.
The allegations include claims of a romantic relationship between Willis and Wade, with accusations of vacations taken together, financial benefits, and questionable timing of their connection. The defense has raised concerns about the credibility of their testimony and presented evidence suggesting an extensive exchange of texts and phone calls before Wade was hired.
“I gotta be careful about what I say here, because I was subpoenaed by Fani, with Willis in the special grand jury,” Mr. Kemp told NewsNation. “But it’s hard to believe that a process that I think many people—including myself—believe is very political, regardless of the merits behind the case, has gotten even more political now because of her actions and those of Mr. Wade and others.”
President Trump’s attorneys have submitted affidavits and argued that Willis should testify again. The defense contends that the evidence challenges the timeline provided by Willis and Wade regarding the start of their romantic relationship.
If Willis were to be disqualified, the case could face uncertainties, and a new attorney might need to take over. The successor could choose to proceed with the charges against Trump and others or decide to drop the case. Even if a new lawyer moves forward, the trial might not occur before November, when Trump is expected to be the Republican nominee for president.
The judge has set a March 1 date for the next hearing, and the case continues to face challenges amid allegations of misconduct and questions about the relationship between the district attorney and the special prosecutor.
