January 12th 2024.
Ahead of her appearance at the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day service, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis' office was faced with troubling allegations. The highly-regarded prosecutor, known for her role in investigating former President Donald Trump for election interference, was set to speak at Atlanta's Big Bethel AME Church on January 14th.
Founded in 1847, Big Bethel AME is the oldest Black church in Atlanta, with a rich history of resilience and activism. It was established by enslaved African Americans who were denied worship at white churches, but later integrated into the African Methodist Episcopal denomination after the Civil War. Under the leadership of Reverend John Foster, Ph.D., the church continues to serve as a pillar of the Black community in Atlanta.
In addition to its regular Sunday services, Big Bethel has played a significant role in education and civil rights. It hosted the first public school for Black students, shared space with Morris Brown College, and served as a gathering place for civil rights assemblies. This makes it a fitting location for Willis to honor Dr. King's legacy on this special day.
As Willis prepares for her speech, her office is also facing allegations of financial and romantic misconduct related to the Trump investigation. In a court filing on January 8th, former Trump campaign official Michael Roman accused special prosecutor Nathan Wade of misusing case funds to pay for vacations with Willis, with whom he allegedly has a romantic relationship. It was also revealed that Wade has been paid over $650,000 in fees since January 2022, with the authorization of Willis.
Roman's motion calls for the charges against him to be dropped and for Willis, Wade, and the entire DA's office to be disqualified from the Trump investigation. Willis' office has stated that they will address these allegations through appropriate court filings.
Despite these challenges, Willis remains dedicated to her role as district attorney and her pursuit of justice. Her efforts have not gone unnoticed, as she was recently nominated for TIME Person of the Year. As she prepares to speak at Big Bethel AME Church, she continues to inspire and make a difference in her community.
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