Judges Recuse from High-Profile Political Cases

Two judges have recently recused themselves from high-profile cases due to potential conflicts of interest and allegations of bias. U.S. District Judge Michael Baylson withdrew from a defamation suit filed by the exonerated Central Park Five against President-elect Trump, following concerns over impartiality due to his connection with the plaintiffs' attorney. Meanwhile, Judge Bruce Cohen stepped aside from Arizona’s 'fake electors' case after defense attorneys accused him of anti-Trump bias, citing a politically charged email he sent urging colleagues to speak against attacks on Kamala Harris. These recusals highlight ongoing tensions in politically sensitive legal proceedings and underscore the judiciary's efforts to maintain neutrality. Additionally, a Minnesota election judge faces felony charges for accepting votes from unregistered voters, raising concerns about election integrity.