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Jill Karofsky: “I would like to see a stronger recusal rule in place.”

Featuring: Jill Karofsky, Chief Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court

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Published October 26, 2025 | Video Starts at 07:50

I would like to bring people in and find out what is the best rule we can have. Listening to all points of view. You know, that's a very … I would like to see a stronger recusal rule in place. … the rule that we have right now up to the light and if it's not working, we should change it. Are you thinking money? Are you thinking politics? (07:50–07:58)

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Asserts a desire for a stronger recusal rule.

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