Fulton County DA Fani Willis wins primary election amidst probe into alleged misuse of funds. Georgia state Senate committee investigates Willis for misconduct and misuse of public funds. Willis facing criticism for alleged affair with special prosecutor Nathan Wade. Committee reveals lack of oversight over Willis' budget. Willis awarded $780,000 increase in budget before hiring Wade. Willis claims budget increase was to help with backlog of homicide cases.
Key Points
Willis facing probe into alleged misuse of funds
Georgia state Senate committee investigating misconduct by Willis
Willis awarded budget increase before hiring special prosecutor
Committee reveals lack of oversight over Willis' budget
Pros
Fani Willis won her primary election by a sweeping margin
Committee investigating allegations of misconduct by Willis
Cons
Criticism over alleged affair with special prosecutor Nathan Wade