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Fani Willis Hit with $54K Bill Over Open Records Violation

3/19/2025

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Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis faces a hefty $54,000 bill in attorney fees after a judge determined her office violated Georgia's Open Records Act. Judge Rachel Krause condemned the office's "hostile" behavior in withholding documents from attorney Ashleigh Merchant, who represents Trump co-defendant Michael Roman. Willis is gearing up to appeal the decision.

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Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis faces a hefty $54,000 bill in attorney fees after a judge determined her office violated Georgia's Open Records Act. Judge Rachel Krause condemned the office's "hostile" behavior in withholding documents from attorney Ashleigh Merchant, who represents Trump co-defendant Michael Roman. Willis is gearing up to appeal the decision.