In a landmark ruling, a judge has formally dismissed the extensive racketeering case against Donald Trump and his allies in Georgia, effectively bringing an end to the last remaining criminal prosecution against the US president.
The Case Collapses
The dismissal on Wednesday 26 November 2025 came after state prosecutors formally requested the case be dropped. This decision marks the conclusion of a historic series of legal challenges against President Trump.
Leading the prosecution at the time of dismissal was Peter Skandalakis, the director of Georgia's Prosecuting Attorney's Council. He indicated that the core issue was jurisdiction, arguing that the alleged criminal conduct – efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in the state – was a matter for federal charges, not state-level prosecution.
A Tumultuous Legal Journey
The case was initially spearheaded by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who accused Trump and numerous co-defendants of operating a “criminal enterprise” to subvert the election outcome.
However, the prosecution was severely hampered when a state appellate court disqualified Willis from the case due to a conflict of interest stemming from a romantic relationship with a former colleague. This led to Peter Skandalakis taking over the case earlier this month, ultimately resulting in its termination.
Wider Implications and Fallout
The dismissal of the Georgia election interference case signifies a monumental shift in the legal landscape surrounding the former president. With this case now closed, Donald Trump no longer faces any active criminal prosecutions.
This development is set to have profound consequences for the political arena, removing a significant legal shadow as the nation looks ahead to future electoral contests.
