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Does anyone know why Alito apparently recused himself in this case?

He owned between $100,001 and $250,000 of Oracle stock at the end of 2013.

Given the scope of their work it seems odd they wouldn't be required to put their money in a blind trust. At least as a matter of good taste.

A SCOTUS appointment is for life. How long should they keep things in a blind trust?

It's common for politicians to keep assets in a blind trust only while they are in office.

As long as they serve as judges? Why should SCOTUS judges engage in stock picking?

Why would they be expected to not participate in the economy?

Why not as long as they don't want to cash it out or retire?

Most likely, he owns stock.