'' Whistleblowers in Fulton County DA Fani Willis' office reportedly eager to testify ''
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'' Bombshell at Senate Special Committee on Investigations meeting ''
The Senate Special Committee on Investigations held its first meeting on Friday and Sen. Bill Cowsert dropped a bombshell as the meeting got underway about Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis' office.
FULTON COUNTY, Ga. - The state Senate Special Committee on Investigations convened its inaugural session Friday to probe allegations of misconduct against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who has faced criticism for her intimate relationship with Special Prosecutor Nathan Wade, who was hired to lead the investigation into the Georgia 2020 election interference case.
Sen. Bill Cowsert (R-Athens) emphasized the committee's commitment to truth-seeking rather than a political witch hunt, stating, "This is not a political witch hunt; this is a quest for the truth."
As the meeting commenced, Cowsert dropped a bombshell, revealing that multiple whistleblowers within the Fulton County DA's office have expressed eagerness to testify. They allege misuse of federal and state funds, further escalating the scrutiny surrounding Willis.
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Cowsert highlighted the gravity of the situation, stating, "You lose the confidence of the public and the fairness of the criminal justice system if they think prosecutors are engaged in prosecution so their lovers can get rich."
Attorneys for several of former President Donald Trump co-defendants are seeking Willis's disqualification and the dismissal of charges, claiming financial benefits derived from her relationship with Wade.
Sen. Gloria Butler (D-Stone Mountain) cautioned against a political witch hunt, expressing concerns about potential damage to public faith in both the political and legal systems.
"I think a political witch hunt or show trial would damage Georgian's faith in both our political and legal system," Butler said.
Despite objections from Senate Democrats, Republican lawmakers lead the bipartisan panel, initiating an investigation into potential conflicts of interest and the misuse of state funds over the next few months.
Willis may be called to testify, with Cowsert stating, "It's not a given. I will certainly give her the opportunity, and if I were her, I would want to be heard."
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., also accused Willis of misusing public funds and lying about it in an ethics complaint filed on Thursday.
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