Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and the Attorney General Should Charge Fani Willis with Perjury

Last week’s verdict by Judge Scott McAfee‍ on DA Fani Willis⁤ and Nathan Wade’s future in the Fulton‌ County case against Donald Trump and‍ numerous Republicans for ⁤allegedly manipulating the 2020 election ‌outcome turned heads. McAfee discerned no ‍real conflict of⁢ interest but flagged⁣ an‍ appearance of impropriety, leading to​ Wade’s resignation from the case — but not ⁤Willis.

Despite McAfee’s opinion, ⁤which seemed flawed regarding facts and law, this is far ⁤from over. Strong appeal prospects linger, and​ Georgia’s Governor ​Brian Kemp ‍along with AG⁤ Chris Carr⁤ must step up to inspect possible perjury⁣ charges against both Willis and Wade.

Where Facts Fall Short

The question of Willis and Wade’s romance was pivotal. Robin Yeartie’s reluctant testimony suggested a ‌2019 start, yet McAfee rejected this⁣ as lacking “context and​ detail.” Even amid overwhelming call logs and text messages predating their claimed relationship start, McAfee refrained from‌ any perjury implications for Willis.

Questionable Legality

McAfee’s legal judgment faced ⁤criticism too, especially his disregard for material⁤ financial benefits and his misapplication⁤ of ⁢the preponderance of the evidence‍ standard. Noted Professor Alan ⁤Dershowitz argued ⁤that this alone could merit‌ reversal upon appeal.

McAfee’s assertion that disqualification over impropriety ​could fall solely on‌ Wade and spare Willis‍ completely was also legally suspect, likely to be contested at higher judicial levels.

The Road Ahead‍ for Willis

While Willis ⁣dodges ⁤disqualification for ⁢now, McAfee’s decision spells​ potential trouble. He⁢ indicated an “odor of‌ mendacity” in the⁣ case, offering a basis for a⁤ potentially ⁣successful appeal by the defendants. Furthermore, ⁤Willis faces scrutiny for legally ⁤improper comments⁣ made to a local church, which flouts Georgia’s ethical rules for prosecutors.

With the ⁢entire affair tainted by ⁣”reasonable questions” about Willis’ honesty, Georgia‍ Bar complaints‌ have been filed, and these should prompt an AG investigation. Governor Kemp and AG Carr are urged to pursue perjury probes into Willis and Wade’s ⁣actions—because it’s crucial to uphold justice, irrespective of political‍ affiliations.