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Judge questions DA Willis' qualification; Trump case potentially impacted

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In a recent development regarding the case against former President Donald Trump in Georgia, Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee has raised concerns about potential disqualification of District Attorney Fannie Willis due to an alleged improper affair. Judge McAfee stated that disqualification could occur if evidence is presented that demonstrates an actual conflict of interest or creates the appearance of one.

Reviewing the legal filings in the case, Judge McAfee highlighted a conflict in the evidence that, from his perspective, cannot be resolved as a matter of law. While the specifics of the alleged affair were not disclosed in the transcript, the judge's comments imply that it may have a significant impact on the ongoing proceedings.

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