"Georgia Judge Advances Misconduct Hearing Involving Trump Prosecutors"

An Atlanta judge has decided to proceed with a hearing to investigate the alleged romantic relationship between two prosecutors, Fani T. Willis and Nathan J. Wade, who are leading a case against former President Donald J. Trump and his allies. Defense lawyers have accused Willis of hiring Wade after beginning a romantic relationship with him, leading to accusations of a conflict of interest. The judge stated that disqualification could occur if evidence of an actual conflict or appearance of one is produced, and an evidentiary hearing is necessary to establish the record on these allegations.