By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press | November 17, 2023
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis on Friday filed a motion to schedule the start of the trial for Aug. 5. Willis wrote that the proposed trial date balances potential delays from Trump's other criminal trials and the speedy trial rights of the other defendants.
By Thomas Spigolon | November 17, 2023
"The temptation to abandon this replay of the drama of his wife's shooting death is simply too great," said Judge Robert McBurney.
By Ken Ritter | The Associated Press | November 16, 2023
It was not immediately clear if the ongoing probe was a criminal or civil matter. But the probe adds to official scrutiny of fake electors in several swing states won by President Joe Biden in 2020, including investigations in Georgia, Michigan and Arizona. Fake electors were charged in Georgia and Michigan, and Trump faces charges both in Georgia and in a federal investigation of his conduct related to the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot.
By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press | November 16, 2023
Chris Kachouroff, an attorney for Floyd, said District Attorney Fani Willis' attempt to revoke his client's bond was nonsense, adding, "She's not going to get it granted." He said he plans to file a motion to disqualify Willis from the prosecution "because of her personal animus against my client."
By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press | November 16, 2023
Jonathan Miller, an attorney for Misty Hampton, made the comments at a hearing requested by Fulton County prosecutors after news outlets earlier this week reported on the videos, which were recorded as part of plea deals. Prosecutors initially asked the judge to impose an order to prevent the release of any evidence in the case.
By The Associated Press | November 15, 2023
Greene sought restitution of $65,257 for the construction of the fence and $1,375 for reconfiguring existing security cameras at her Georgia home. Lawyers for the government argued that Greene's security expenses stemmed from the threats, according to court papers.
By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press | November 15, 2023
Speaking Tuesday at an event sponsored by The Washington Post, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who charged former President Donald Trump over his efforts to overturn the state's 2020 election, said she expects his trial will be underway through Election Day next year and could possibly stretch past the inauguration in 2025.
By R.J. Rico and Jeff Amy / The Associated Press | November 13, 2023
A wedge of marchers, including some in masks, goggles and chemical suits intended to protect against tear gas, pushed into a line of officers in riot gear on a road outside the training center site. Officers pushed back and then responded with tear gas, with one protester throwing a canister back at officers.
By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press | November 9, 2023
Fulton County Superior Court Chief Judge Ural Glanville said in court he would allow prosecutors to introduce 17 sets of lyrics they have identified as long as they can show that the lyrics are related to crimes that the rapper and others are accused of committing. Defense attorneys had asked the judge to exclude them, arguing the lyrics are constitutionally protected speech and would be unfairly prejudicial.
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By Manubir "Manny" Arora, Jennifer Hyman and Robert Wilson | November 8, 2023
Although RICO was created in response to organized crime, the Georgia RICO statute is far more expansive. This means that prosecutors can bring RICO charges against any corrupt "criminal enterprise."
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