Georgia Court Dismisses Two Charges Against Trump in Landmark Case

A Georgia court’s decision to dismiss two charges against former President Donald Trump brings new developments in the ongoing legal battle.

At a Glance

A Georgia court dismissed two of the 10 criminal charges against Donald Trump and one other charge against his allies related to alleged attempts to interfere in the 2020 presidential election.
Fulton County Judge Scott McAfee ruled that Georgia did not have the authority to bring charges related to the alleged filing of false documents in federal court.
Eight charges against Trump, out of the original 13, will proceed.
Three other charges against Trump were dropped earlier this year due to lack of detail.
Trump’s lawyer, Steven Sadow, praised the ruling.

Judicial Decision and Its Impact

A Georgia court dismissed two of the criminal charges against former President Donald Trump related to alleged attempts to interfere in the 2020 presidential election. Fulton County Judge Scott McAfee determined that Georgia did not have the authority to prosecute the charges concerning the alleged filing of false documents in federal court. Sources report that three additional charges against Trump were dropped earlier in the year due to insufficient details.

This ruling means eight of the original 13 charges still stand against Trump. Charges including conspiracy to commit false documents and conspiracy to commit forgery were among those dismissed. Two co-defendants also saw their forgery charges dropped. This development comes as a significant turn in this high-profile case amid an ongoing robust defense by Trump’s legal team.

COUNTS DOWN: A Fulton County judge dismissed two criminal counts in the Georgia 2020 election interference case against former President Trump, ruling prosecutors had no authority to bring the charges. https://t.co/c1QogmmUUr pic.twitter.com/qBEkmaunK7

— Fox News (@FoxNews) September 12, 2024

The Charges and Their Implications

The remaining charges against Trump include racketeering and other state charges, with Trump and 14 co-defendants entering not guilty pleas. The indictment by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis accused Trump of conspiring with 18 others to influence the election results, a claim that Trump and his allies have vehemently denied. The dismissed charges involve allegations such as assembling fraudulent presidential electors and filing lawsuits based on false claims.

“President Trump and his legal team in Georgia have prevailed once again.” Steven Sadow, a lawyer for Trump said.

The case has experienced delays partly due to allegations of misconduct involving District Attorney Fani Willis. The Georgia appeals court is evaluating whether Ms. Willis needs to recuse herself from the case, delaying proceedings until after the November 5 election. Arguments concerning this matter are set for December.

Georgia judge dismisses two more charges against Trump in election case https://t.co/bpUtFOHGuR

— Herb Scribner (@HerbScribner) September 12, 2024

Continued Legal Battles

In addition to the Georgia case, Trump faces a separate federal lawsuit that has been slowed by a U.S. Supreme Court ruling granting presidents broad immunity from criminal prosecution. The fact that five of the original 13 criminal counts against Trump have now been dismissed in Georgia presents an evolving legal landscape where Trump’s defense continues to challenge the validity and jurisdiction of these charges.

Fulton’s County District Attorney Fani Willis has not commented on the dismissal of the charges. As the legal community and public await the appeals court’s decision regarding her potential recusal, Trump’s legal team views these dismissals as victories in the ongoing fight for due process and fair treatment under the law.