The tension between an Ohio congressman and the Fulton County District Attorney intensified on Thursday as the congressman insisted that former special prosecutor Nathan Wade appear before his committee to testify.
Representative Jim Jordan has sent multiple strongly-worded letters to Fulton District Attorney Fani Willis, requesting various materials related to her prosecution of former president Donald Trump.
Jordan has been accused of interfering in her case by sending several sharp letters, according to the source.
Jordan is now actively involving Wade in the process.
Jordan’s letter to Wade got straight to the point.
Rep. Jim Jordan expressed serious concerns about the role played by the individual in the politically motivated prosecution launched by Ms. Willis against President Donald Trump. Jordan highlighted that there are reports suggesting that the individual has made substantial profits from Ms. Willis’ prosecution.
Today we invited Nathan Wade to appear for a transcribed interview before the House Judiciary Committee.
His role in the case against President Trump in Georgia cannot go unquestioned. pic.twitter.com/YYgpzDnoGi
— Rep. Jim Jordan (@Jim_Jordan) May 9, 2024
Willis and Wade confessed to being in a personal relationship while prosecuting Trump and others.
After a hearing, Fulton County Judge Scott McAfee made the decision that either Willis or Wade had to leave.
Wade tendered his resignation on that very day.
During an exclusive interview with ABC News, Wade expressed his regret that the relationship had overshadowed the case.
Wade expressed regret that the private matter became the central focus of this crucial prosecution, emphasizing the significance of the case.
Jordan and Willis have clashed on previous occasions.
Jordan sent multiple strongly worded letters to Willis, requesting the necessary documents.
Willis responded to the investigation by sending several sharp replies, in which he referred to it as “an unjustified and illegal intrusion into an open state investigation.”
Willis and Wade, on the other hand, are currently under investigation by the state Senate. Democrats argue that this investigation is nothing more than a politically motivated witch hunt.
In an interview with Channel 2’s Richard Elliot on Monday, Willis stated that she would refuse to testify before the committee. She believed that any subpoena from the committee would be unlawful.
“I will not engage in any activity that is illegal, and I have not violated any laws whatsoever. As I have previously stated and will reiterate in the presence of these leaders, I apologize if some individuals are displeased by the fact that everyone is treated fairly,” expressed Willis.
The DA’s office did not provide any comment on Thursday regarding this latest development.
The Georgia Court of Appeals will review McAfee’s decision and determine whether Willis can proceed with this case.
