Fulton County Judge Scott McAfee has extended the deadline for appointing a new prosecutor in the Georgia election interference case to November 14, 2025. This decision follows the request from the council responsible for finding a replacement for District Attorney Fani Willis, who has been at the center of the high-profile case concerning alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia.
The extension granted by Judge McAfee is notably shorter than the 90 days initially sought by the council, prompting objections from some defendants involved in the case. Attorneys representing defendant John Eastman expressed frustration in a court filing, stating, “Enough is enough,” and highlighting that the indictment was issued over two years ago.
The case stems from former President Donald Trump‘s controversial phone call on January 2, 2021, in which he urged Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to “find” the votes necessary for him to win the state. The indictment includes charges against Trump and several co-defendants, who are accused of soliciting state leaders across the country and disseminating false claims regarding election fraud. These actions were part of an overarching strategy to maintain Trump’s hold on power despite his electoral defeat.
Willis, who has been embroiled in disputes regarding her conduct, is appealing her removal from the case. Her challenges began nearly two years ago when defendant Michael Roman accused her of misconduct related to her relationship with one of the case’s prosecutors. This situation adds another layer of complexity to an already contentious legal battle.
The case involves more than a dozen defendants, including prominent figures such as Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows. The proceedings continue to draw significant public attention, as they encapsulate key issues surrounding election integrity and the accountability of political figures.
As the deadline for appointing a new prosecutor approaches, the focus remains on the potential implications for the ongoing legal proceedings and the broader political landscape in the United States.