Breaking news: Fani Willis is disqualified from prosecuting Georgia Trump case

An appeals court reversed the decision of the trial judge, throwing the case into disarray.

View in browser Dec. 19, 2024, 10:25 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Kenny Holston/The New York Times Appeals Court Disqualifies Fani Willis From Prosecuting Georgia Trump Case The panel overruled the trial judge, who had allowed the Atlanta prosecutor to keep the case despite revelations of a romantic relationship that defendants said created a conflict of interest. Read more Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018