Right-Wing Attorney Jenna Ellis Pleads Guilty in Georgia Election Interference Case
Atlanta, GA – Jenna Ellis, a right-wing attorney who previously worked on the Trump 2020 campaign, has pleaded guilty to a criminal charge in the Georgia election interference case. This makes her the latest co-defendant of former President Donald Trump to strike a deal with prosecutors, following the footsteps of Sidney Powell and Kenneth Chesebro.
On Tuesday, Ellis, 38, appeared in Fulton County Superior Court where she pleaded guilty to one count of aiding and abetting false statements and writings. The charge stems from false claims of voter fraud that were made to members of the Georgia Senate during a hearing in December 2020.
Initially facing two felony charges in the indictment brought forth by Atlanta District Attorney Fani Willis, Ellis now stands as part of a group of 18 co-defendants, including Trump himself, accused of illegally conspiring to overturn President Joe Biden’s victory in Georgia’s 2020 election. The 98-page, 41-count indictment alleges that Ellis urged state legislators in swing states won by Biden to appoint presidential electors who would vote for Trump.
The recent wave of plea deals in Willis’ racketeering case signifies a growing threat to Trump, who is currently facing criminal charges in four separate cases as he contemplates a presidential run in 2024.
As the news broke, Willis stated, “Today’s guilty plea is another step towards justice and accountability for those who sought to undermine our democratic processes. We will continue to pursue the truth and hold all responsible parties accountable.”
Considering the significance of Ellis’ plea, political analysts and legal experts are closely monitoring the developments and the potential impact on Trump’s legal battles. This breaking news story will be updated as more information becomes available.