Jan 7, 2026 - Politics & Policy

Trump seeks $6 million after Georgia election case dismissal

Julianna Bragg

Trump standing in front of three American flags with his fist raised while wearing a navy suit jacket, white collared shirt and red tie — President Trump on Jan. 6 in D.C. Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images

President Trump's attorney filed a motion Wednesday requesting the Fulton County District Attorney's office pay more than $6 million in legal fees, following the end of the long-running Georgia election interference case last year.

The big picture: The request aligns with a Georgia law passed last year that allows defendants to seek reimbursement for their attorney fees if charges are dismissed — legislation widely viewed as a response to Trump's prosecution in the state.

State of play: Trump faced 13 counts tied to his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia.

Fani Willis, the Fulton County District Attorney originally presided over the case, but was later disqualified after Trump accused her of having a relationship with the lead prosecutor on the case.
Georgia prosecutor Peter Skandalakis moved to dismiss the case in November after he was appointed to replace Willis. He said the prosecution would be "futile and unproductive," given Trump's re-election and the legal complexities involved.
The White House and Trump's lawyer did not immediately respond to Axios' Wednesday evening request for comment.

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