Former Trump Attorney Jenna Ellis Strikes Plea Deal and Turns on Ex-Boss in Fulton County Case

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17/11/2023 21h02

In a surprising turn of events, former attorney for Donald Trump, Jenna Ellis, has made a plea deal with Fulton County prosecutors and agreed to testify against the former president. This move has sparked controversy among Trump's allies, with notable figures such as Laura Loomer attacking Ellis for her decision.

The plea deal, which was finalized in late October, granted Ellis a lighter sentence in exchange for her cooperation in the Fulton County case. The case revolves around Trump's alleged attempts to overturn Georgia's 2020 election results, for which he has been charged with felony racketeering. Trump has pleaded not guilty to all 13 charges.

Laura Loomer, an outspoken Trump supporter and Islamophobe, took to social media on Thursday to criticize Ellis. Loomer referred to Ellis as a "waste of space" and a "fake Christian," suggesting that she is disloyal for testifying against Trump. This prompted a response from Ellis, who fired back on Twitter, mentioning that Loomer was Don Jr's pick for press secretary and questioned her own loyalty.

While Ellis was not previously implicated in Trump's multiple lawsuits, leaked video footage of her testimony has revealed potentially damaging information. In the video, Ellis recounts a conversation she had with senior Trump aide Dan Scavino during the 2020 White House Christmas party. Scavino allegedly informed her that Trump had no intention of leaving office and that they were determined to stay, despite losing the election and failing in their attempts to challenge the results in court.

This testimony could prove to be detrimental to Trump's defense, as it directly implies his involvement in the scheme to overturn the election results. Trump's defense largely rests on the belief that he genuinely believed he had won the election and was acting on legal advice.

The revelations from Ellis's testimony have sent shockwaves through the political landscape, further fueling the ongoing debate surrounding the integrity of the 2020 election. With this turn of events, the Fulton County case continues to draw attention and may have serious implications for Donald Trump's legal situation.

As the case progresses, Ellis's decision to turn on her former boss raises questions about loyalty, accountability, and the potential consequences one may face for their actions. The outcome of the Fulton County case remains uncertain, but Ellis's testimony has undoubtedly added another layer of complexity to the legal battle involving the former president.

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