Former Trump attorney Sidney Powell pleaded guilty to six misdemeanor charges in a Fulton County courthouse in Georgia on Thursday. The charges, which include conspiracy to commit intentional interference with performance of election duties, carry a recommended sentence of 6 years probation, a $6,000 fine, and an additional $2,700 restitution payment to the state.
Powell, known for her vocal support of election fraud claims, is one of 19 defendants charged in Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’ indictment in August. Her case has been handled separately from the others, alongside lawyer Kenneth Chesebro. Both Powell and Chesebro had requested to have their cases separated from the larger group and be tried as individuals, and while the court partially granted their request, they will still be tried together for the sake of a speedy trial.
The trial for Chesebro is scheduled to begin Friday, while the remaining defendants, including former President Donald Trump, former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, former Trump lawyers Rudy Giuliani and Jenna Ellis, and others, await their turn in court. It is worth noting that Trump faces four criminal indictments in total, with charges also arising in New York City, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Meanwhile, Trump himself has been engaged in a civil trial in Manhattan, brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who accuses him of fraud. The trial alleges that Trump and the Trump Organization committed fraud by overvaluing assets and exaggerating net worth on paperwork used in deals and financing.
Despite these legal battles, Trump has been actively involved in his 2024 presidential campaign, crisscrossing the country, holding speeches, and rallying support. The recent court appearances have not deterred his political ambitions.
In a separate development, Judge Arthur Engoron ruled last month that Trump and the Trump Organization committed fraud in building his real estate empire, deceiving banks, insurers, and others. This ruling came after Attorney General Letitia James sued Trump and his children, accusing him of inflating his net worth by billions of dollars with the assistance of his children.
Trump has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him, and the legal battles continue. The guilty plea from Sidney Powell adds another layer to the ongoing investigations and trials surrounding Trump and his associates.
Brooke Singman contributed to this report.
Anders Hagstrom is a reporter with Digital covering national politics and major breaking news events.
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