Reasons why judges can recuse themselves from a case. 1. Prejudice for or against either party. 2. Closely related by blood or marriage to the defendant. 3. A witness , for or against one of the parties in the case. 4. Unable to perform the duties required of him or her for any other reason. Your response was not mentioned , it is invalid.A recusal means that his vote wasn’t necessary. Eastman will walk.