Georgia Trump investigation launches special grand jury

The Atlanta district attorney who is investigating former President Trump will begin impaneling a special purpose grand jury Monday to hear evidence and subpoena witnesses related to the case.

Why it matters: This investigation could conclude with criminal charges against the former president for violating state law by seeking to overturn the 2020 election.

Catch up quick: This rare, special grand jury has been authorized to meet for up to a year. As opposed to a traditional grand jury, the panel will focus solely on the Trump investigation.

• The group will make recommendations regarding criminal prosecution for the DA's consideration but cannot issue an indictment.

The big picture: Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis told the AJC the grand jury will not begin hearing evidence until June, after Georgia's May primary.

• She also said her team has interviewed more than 50 people and plans to seek subpoenas for at least 30 more who declined to speak.