The state judge in Georgia is expected to make a decision within the next two weeks on whether Fulton County DA Fannie Willis should be removed from the Trump election interference case. This decision follows arguments presented in court recently. Another judge, Jack Smith, involved in a separate case against Trump, has deemed the proposed trial date unrealistic.
The rulings of these judges could potentially impact whether former President Trump will face trial in Georgia and Florida later this year. In Georgia, Trump and his co-defendants have accused Fulton County District Attorney Fannie Willis of benefiting financially from her relationship with a special prosecutor named Nathan Wade. Willis hired Wade to assist with the election interference case in November 2021. The defense argues that this relationship creates a conflict of interest that should disqualify Willis from the case.
On the other hand, the Fulton County District Attorney's office contends that the defense must demonstrate an actual conflict, which they assert has not been proven. They maintain that there is no evidence to suggest that the defendants' rights have been compromised in any way.
As the legal proceedings unfold, all eyes are also on federal Judge Eileen Cannon in Florida. Judge Cannon has yet to determine when the trial involving Trump's handling of classified documents will commence. Special Counsel Jack Smith has proposed a start date of July 8th, while Trump's legal team is suggesting August 12th. They argue against starting the trial before the November election.
Judge Cannon has raised concerns about the Justice Department's policy of refraining from taking action 60 days before an election. However, Special Counsel Attorney Jay Bratz has clarified that this rule does not apply to cases where charges have already been filed.
