Week in Review: Fani Willis pushes back and health support for pregnant veterans

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is questioned before a Georgia Senate special committee on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025. (Matthew Pearson/WABE)

Fulton County DA Fani Willis appeared before a state committee that’s investigating her and pushed back against lawmakers.

Plus, military veterans face a greater risk of pregnancy complications than civilians. So the Atlanta VA is working to connect pregnant and postpartum vets with extra support to better protect their health.

Georgia economists say if the U.S. falls into a recession next year, the state’s economy would be at risk too. Plus, updates on data centers, Georgia Power’s expansion plans, the DeKalb animal shelter and a push to teach Black kids to swim.