Willis Facing Controversy Over Hire
In a shocking revelation, it has been alleged that Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis hired a private lawyer, with whom she was in a "romantic" relationship, to prosecute former President Donald Trump.
These explosive allegations have been included in a filing made by one of Trump's co-defendants, Michael Roman, who is one of 18 people charged in the state in connection with Trump's efforts to overturn the election results.
The filing, which requests the dismissal of charges against him, claims that Willis was involved in a personal relationship with private lawyer Nathan Wade, who was paid over $600,000 as a special prosecutor to assist in the investigation of Trump's election overturn efforts. The court filing does not provide any concrete proof of these allegations but states that sources close to the special prosecutor and district attorney have confirmed the existence of a personal relationship between the two.
In the motion, Roman's lawyer asserts the gravity of these allegations and the need for them to be thoroughly investigated. The motion states, "The instant Motion is not filed lightly. Nor is it being filed without considerable forethought, research, or investigation. Nonetheless, this Motion must be heard, as the issues raised herein strike at the heart of fairness in our justice system and, if left unaddressed and unchecked, threaten to taint the entire prosecution, invite error, and completely undermine public confidence in the eventual outcome of this proceeding."
The filing mentions a sealed divorce filing for Wade, who is married, and then goes on to make further claims based on other information. It states that there is evidence of Willis and Wade traveling together to various destinations, including Napa Valley, Florida, and the Caribbean. The motion questions the purpose of these trips and points out that the only logical explanation for such travels would be personal, rather than for work purposes.
The filing, from defendant Mike Roman, alleged that special prosecutor Nathan Wade paid for lavish vacations he took with Willis using the Fulton funds his law firm received. It calls for the entire DA’s office to be DQed from the case https://t.co/jZFnu93kHs
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According to Roman's filing, the district attorney and special prosecutor were also seen in private together in and around Atlanta and are believed to have cohabitated in some form. These claims have not been proven, and the defense is calling for a thorough investigation into the matter. The motion further raises questions about the legality of using county funds to retain Wade as the special prosecutor for the case.
In response to these allegations, a spokesperson for the district attorney's office stated that they would address them through appropriate court filings. However, the spokesperson did not provide any further comments or statements. DailyMail.com reached out to Willis and Wade for comment, but there has been no response so far.
Roman's charges, which were filed this summer, involve alleged crimes such as taking part in a racketeering conspiracy, conspiracy to commit forgery, and conspiracy to file false documents. These accusations are in connection with a scheme to submit fake Republican electors who would cast votes for Trump, instead of the certified electors for President Joe Biden. Roman's lawyer argues that the relationship between the district attorney and the special prosecutor calls into question the fairness and integrity of the entire prosecution.
The allegations in this court filing have raised serious concerns about the independence and impartiality of the legal system. As the case against Trump and his co-defendants unfolds, these accusations are bound to play a significant role in shaping public perception. The defense has made a strong case for a thorough investigation into the matter, and it is now up to the court to ensure that justice is served and the rule of law is upheld. How these allegations will impact the outcome of the case remains to be seen, but one thing is certain - they have already sparked a major controversy in the legal community and beyond.