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Justice Alito Recuses From Climate Case Ahead of New Term
Original: Justice Alito surprisingly recuses from climate change case ahead of new term
Justice Samuel Alito has recused himself from a climate change case set to come before the Supreme Court, a surprise move ahead of the new term. The decision means the case will be heard by only eight justices, raising the possibility of a 4-4 split. Alito has not given a public reason for stepping aside, and observers are speculating about whether it relates to ethics concerns that have followed several justices in recent months.
Why now: Supreme Court recusals are rare and Alito's unexplained withdrawal from a major climate case is highly unusual, prompting speculation about the cause.
Samuel AlitoSupreme Court of the United States
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