Prosecuting

Georgia Judge Allows Fani Willis to Continue Prosecuting Trump Election Case, Special Prosecutor Steps Down

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA – Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has been allowed to remain on the case prosecuting former President Donald Trump for election racketeering, despite criticism from Fulton County Superior Judge Scott McAfee over her relationship with a special prosecutor. McAfee considered the relationship between Willis and prosecutor Nathan Wade to be a “tremendous lapse in judgment,” but did not remove Willis from the case. However, McAfee did require that Wade step down from his position. The decision was made after allegations of conflict of interest were raised by Trump and several co-defendants. They … Read more

Former Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney and Businessman on Trial for Conspiracy and Bribery Charges

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HONOLULU, Hawaii – More than 70 potential jurors gathered in a federal courtroom on Tuesday for the trial of former Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Keith Kaneshiro, businessman Dennis Mitsunaga, and others. The defendants are facing charges of conspiring to bribe Kaneshiro with campaign contributions in exchange for prosecuting a former Mitsunaga employee. Senior U.S. District Judge Timothy M. Burgess presided over the proceedings, having taken over the case after Judge J. Michael Seabright recused himself. Burgess addressed the jurors and emphasized the importance of impartiality and fair judgment in assessing the evidence to be presented by … Read more

Man Found Guilty of Shooting and Paralyzing Ex-Girlfriend in Front of Newborn Baby: Clay County Prosecuting Attorney Delivers Message Against Violent Crime

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CLAY COUNTY, Mo. – A 45-year-old man in Clay County, Missouri, has been found guilty of shooting and paralyzing his ex-girlfriend next to their newborn baby. Lonnell James was convicted by a Clay County jury on charges of first-degree assault, first-degree burglary, and armed criminal action for the incident that occurred in 2020. Prosecuting Attorney Zachary Thompson stated, “The victim fought for her life after being shot by the defendant, and it was our duty to fight for justice for her and all victims of assault.” Thompson added that the jury’s verdict sends a strong … Read more

Bribery Trial for Former Prosecuting Attorney: Jury Pool Shrinks as Ex-Campaign Donors Await Verdict

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HONOLULU, Hawaii — As the trial for a former prosecuting attorney and campaign donors accused of bribery approaches, the jury pool is being narrowed down. The defendants, who are facing charges related to alleged corruption in Honolulu, have been the subject of intense scrutiny in recent months. In the lead-up to the trial, the selection process for the jury has been underway. Prospective jurors have been questioned and evaluated to ensure a fair and impartial trial. The goal is to select a diverse group of individuals who can objectively assess the evidence and make a … Read more