Donald Trump is set to surrender in the Georgia election case on Thursday, as per an agreement reached by his lawyers. The bond has been set at $200,000, with the condition that he refrains from targeting co-defendants and potential witnesses on social media.
In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump announced his intention to go to Atlanta on Thursday to be arrested by the district attorney who brought the case, Fani Willis. Trump criticized the case as a “WITCH HUNT” and questioned the fairness of Willis’ ongoing campaigning and fundraising related to the matter.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis defended her investigation and the charges laid out in the indictment, maintaining their fairness. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee established the bond amount in a three-page court filing that also imposed limitations on Trump’s public statements.
The surrender process is mainly a formality, and numerous defendants have either negotiated or are expected to negotiate their release on bond, including Trump. However, this moment is significant as it marks the fourth time this year that the former president has had to present himself to authorities to face criminal charges.
Unlike his co-defendants, Trump is explicitly prohibited from using social media to target co-defendants, potential witnesses, and other individuals linked to the case. According to the order, Trump is prohibited from taking any actions that could intimidate or obstruct justice, such as making social media posts or sharing content from others on social platforms. Both Willis and three of Trump’s defense lawyers have agreed to this order.
Trump’s bail conditions are stringent and precise. He is not allowed to intimidate or obstruct justice in any form, whether through direct or indirect threats against co-defendants, witnesses, victims, or anyone associated with the case or community property. Communication with co-defendants or witnesses is only permitted through their legal counsel.
The charges against Trump involve 13 felonies related to spreading false claims of voter fraud and pressuring Republican officials to help him secure Electoral College votes in Georgia. Trump’s legal team issued a statement asserting that they anticipate a thorough review of the indictment, which they believe to be flawed and unconstitutional.