I'm not taking sides but
If someone in court asks you to recuse yourself, especially if it's the defendant, then your duty is to FUCK OFF! https://www.msn.com/en-US/news/us/trump-again-asks-hush-money-judge-to-recuse-himself-less-than-two-weeks-before-trial-starts/ar-BB1l9tpJ?ocid=sapphireappshare