Special prosecutor Wade resigned from Trump's Georgia election case

• Willis will have to appoint or hire another lead prosecutor.
• "I am offering my resignation in the interest of democracy, in dedication to the American public, and to move the case forward as quickly as possible," Wade wrote in a letter addressed to Willis.

Catch up quick: Judge Scott McAfee ruled on Friday that either Willis or Wade had to leave the case after defense lawyers accused her of improperly benefiting from her romantic relationship with Wade.

• McAfee ruled that their relationship brought no actual conflict of interest, despite finding the "appearance of impropriety."
• Wade acknowledged the lack of conflict of interest in his letter.

Zoom out: Trump faces more than half a dozen counts in Georgia related to his efforts to subvert 2020 election results.

• McAfee dismissed six counts in the indictment on Wednesday, including three against Trump.

• Willis charged a total of 19 co-defendants, including Trump.

The latest: "I am sure that the case, and the team, will be in good hands moving forward and justice will be served," Wade wrote.

• "You, the team on this case, and the entire office have my prayers for your safety and your success in the pursuit of justice."

The other side: Trump responded on Truth Social, calling Wade "The Fani Willis lover" and saying the prosecutor "resigned in disgrace."

Go deeper: Trump's Georgia case can continue if Willis or special prosecutor leave: judge