I agree with you. I didn't see any perceived threat. Your post raises a good point. What would or should a judge do if they become legally blind? Should they resign?
"What would or should a judge do if they become legally blind?"
Or suffer from dementia? a NATURAL result of the aging process, due to restricted bloodflow to the brain. That's why we have a retirement age. Time to rest, take it easy, enjoy hobbies, not make life ending decisions for others.
Lifetime appointments are what DICTATORS demand.