Summary
- Judge Ryan Nelson recused himself from a case challenging the Biden administration’s Gaza policy.
- Nelson participated in a judicial delegation to Israel sponsored by the World Jewish Congress in March.
- Plaintiffs in the case, mostly Palestinian human rights organizations and individuals, argued Nelson’s participation made it improper for him to be involved.
- Nelson, while disputing the claims of potential impartiality, decided to recuse himself to maintain the appearance of fairness in the case.
