Justice Alito stands firm, rejects calls for recusal in high-profile cases

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has rejected calls for his recusal from a major tax case, despite concerns raised by Senator Dick Durbin. Durbin argued that Alito should recuse himself due to recent interviews with a lawyer involved in the case. However, Alito defended his decision, stating that justices often give interviews to news organizations and do not recuse themselves when former colleagues or friends are involved. Legal ethics expert Stephen Gillers supports Alito's argument, noting that the lawyer in question is not the lead attorney in the case. Durbin criticized Alito's decision, suggesting a conflict of interest.