Fulton County DA says fake Trump electors are incriminating one another and wants lawyer disqualified

Fulton County District Attorney’s office has stated that some individuals who falsely presented themselves as electors for former President Donald Trump have implicated each other in potential criminal activity. Furthermore, the DA’s office is seeking to disqualify their legal representation. This information was made public in a recent court filing.

In a bold move, Fulton County DA Fani Willis is seeking to disqualify attorney Kurt Hilbert from representing the defendants, citing conflict of interest. Hilbert had previously represented Trump’s campaign in a post-election lawsuit in Georgia. The DA’s office alleges that Hilbert may also be a witness in this case, which would inherently create a conflict of interest and compromise his ability to adequately represent the defendants.

The controversy stems from the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election when a group of individuals claimed to be “alternate electors” for Trump in states where President Joe Biden had won the popular vote. Fulton County is currently investigating these allegations.

In the court filing, Willis stated, “Certain of the defendants have made statements implicating others in potential criminal activity, which has raised the issue of potential conflicts among the defendants and their counsel.” She further added, “This is a significant development given that the investigation is still ongoing and that the grand jury has not yet returned an indictment.”

Hilbert has yet to respond to the DA’s motion to disqualify him, making it unclear what his future role in the case might be.

The investigation into the so-called “fake electors” is an offshoot of a wider probe into Trump’s efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election in Georgia. The former president had made numerous baseless claims of voter fraud and had pressured state officials to “find” additional votes in his favor. Trump’s activities, both during and after the election, are being examined for potential violations of Georgia’s election laws, which include criminal solicitation to commit election fraud and intentional interference with the performance of election duties.

The Fulton County DA’s office has taken on these investigations with a stern commitment to ensuring the integrity of the election process. Willis stated, “We are following the facts and the law wherever they may lead. Our goal is to ensure that everyone involved in this situation is held accountable for any actions that may have violated Georgia’s election laws.”

The “fake electors” investigation is not without its critics. Some Republicans have argued that it’s a politically motivated attack designed to damage Trump’s reputation and chances of running for office in the future. However, Willis has denied any political motivations behind the investigations, emphasizing the importance of upholding Georgia’s election laws.

While the investigation is ongoing, the recent court filing suggests that cracks may be appearing among the defendants, as they begin to incriminate one another. This development could potentially play a significant role in the outcome of the case.

The fallout from the 2020 election continues to reverberate, with this investigation being just one of several legal battles stemming from allegations of misconduct. As the Fulton County DA’s office continues its work, the public awaits further developments, hoping for a full understanding of the events that unfolded in the wake of the contentious election.