Fani Willis focuses on pursuing Trump while ignoring crimes committed by masked protesters.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost recently issued a warning to college students protesting the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, stating that wearing a mask during these protests could result in being prosecuted for a felony.

This warning is based on a 1953 state law, similar to laws in 15 other states, that was originally created to regulate Ku Klux Klan activities.

Georgia is among the states that still criminalize masked demonstrations.

However, the Fulton County DA in Atlanta, Georgia’s state capital, has indicated that she will not enforce this law.

Amid ongoing anti-Israel protests in the state, Fani Willis, the Fulton County DA, is focusing on prosecuting former President Donald Trump instead of enforcing the anti-mask law.

Similar to Ohio, Georgia has historically prohibited protesting while wearing masks in response to the hoods used by the Ku Klux Klan to conceal their identities.

The violence caused by the Klan led Georgia to enact anti-masking laws in 1951.

Georgia’s law states that a “person is guilty of a misdemeanor when he or she: wears a mask, hood, or device that conceals their identity.”

Today, masked and violent mobs are once again causing unrest in Georgia, reminiscent of a dark chapter in the state’s history.

At various universities in Georgia, masked protesters have engaged in violent acts against police officers, with some likening the police to the Ku Klux Klan in their chants.

Despite concerns about escalating violence during anti-Israel protests, Fulton County prosecutors are focused on prosecuting Trump rather than addressing these issues.

Willis has shown a great deal of enthusiasm in pursuing Trump, going as far as convening special grand juries and spending considerable taxpayer resources on the prosecution.

In an effort to restore confidence in the justice system, Georgia’s legislature established a prosecutorial oversight panel, which Willis has criticized, claiming it targets minority county DAs and is based on misogynistic attitudes.

Instead of prioritizing her duty, Willis continues to focus on prosecuting Trump, potentially for personal gain and political motivations.

Students engaging in violent protests cannot justify their actions under the guise of free speech or public health concerns, especially considering Georgia’s stance on face masks since 2020.

Enforcing the law against these masked agitators does not require a stretched interpretation of a statute and is essential for upholding the law and ensuring public safety.

Atlanta needs a DA who will stand up to those inciting violence and enforce the law without letting personal ambitions interfere.

Tim Rosenberger is a legal fellow at the Manhattan Institute.