Lawyer Seeks Recusal of DA in Trump Case Over Alleged Conflict Tied to Romantic Relationship
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Lawyer Ashleigh Merchant initiated effort to remove DA Fani Willis from Trump election case, says romantic relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade creates conflict of interest.
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Merchant testified for 3.5 hours before Georgia state Senate committee investigating whether Willis engaged in misconduct.
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Committee chair skeptical of Wade's payment invoices, wants to examine special grand jury process and rules on hiring special prosecutors.
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Merchant detailed how she uncovered the relationship through tips from Wade's former law partner.
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After questioning Merchant, Democratic state senator seemed unsatisfied with her explanation of how the relationship created a conflict affecting her client.