New Prosecutor Steps In to Lead Georgia Election Case Against Trump, Giuliani, and 13 Others

According to Skandalakis, several prosecutors were contacted to take on the case, but all declined the appointment. "While all were respectful and professional, each declined the appointment," Skandalakis said in a statement. Skandalakis, a longtime prosecutor with about 25 years of experience as the elected Republican district attorney for the Coweta Judicial Circuit, southwest of Atlanta, will now lead the case against Trump and the other defendants. The case stems from allegations that Trump and his allies attempted to interfere with the 2020 presidential election in Georgia. The charges against Trump and the other defendants include racketeering, conspiracy, and solicitation of election fraud. The case has drawn significant attention and controversy, with many Republicans criticizing the investigation as politically motivated. Fani Willis was removed from the case in October after it was discovered that she had a romantic relationship with the special prosecutor she had chosen to lead the case. The Prosecuting Attorneys Council of Georgia was tasked with replacing Willis, but several prosecutors declined the appointment before Skandalakis agreed to take on the case. Skandalakis' decision to take on the case has been met with mixed reactions. Some have praised his willingness to take on the high-profile case, while others have expressed concerns about his ability to remain impartial given his background as a Republican prosecutor. Skandalakis has not commented on these concerns, but has stated that he is committed to ensuring a fair and impartial investigation. The case is currently ongoing, with Skandalakis set to lead the investigation and prosecution of Trump and the other defendants. The outcome of the case remains uncertain, but it is expected to be closely watched by legal experts and the public alike.