Fani Willis defies subpoena from Georgia Senate committee, enforcement planned

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has taken a stand against a subpoena issued by a Georgia state Senate committee investigating her conduct, claiming the requests are unlawful. She did not appear at the committee hearing, asserting that she has not broken any laws. During the session, legislative counsel Stuart Morelli and former Secretary of the Senate David Cook provided testimony regarding the legal grounds for the subpoenas. Following her absence, Chairman Bill Cowsert announced that the committee would engage attorney Josh Bellinfante to enforce the subpoena against Willis. Willis has also sought legal recourse by filing for an injunction to prevent her appearance before the committee.

This conflict underscores the broader tension related to investigations into alleged election interference in Georgia. The committee's actions reflect a growing effort to scrutinize the conduct of officials involved in the 2020 election. As the situation develops, it raises questions about the balance of power between state agencies and elected officials.