Edward R. Butler seeks to appeal the district court’s orders denying relief on his motion filed under 28 U.S.C. § 2255 (2000), and denying his motions for reconsideration and for recusal. We have reviewed the record and conclude on the reasoning of the district court that Butler has not made a substantial showing of the denial of a constitutional right. See United States v. Butler, Nos. CR-97-146-S; CA-02-561S (D. Md. Feb. 22, 2002; Mar. 5, 2002; Mar. 12, 2002). Accordingly, we deny a certificate of appealability and dismiss the appeal. See 28 U.S.C. § 2253(c) (2000). We dispense with oral argument because the facts and legal contentions are adequately presented in the materials before the court and argument would not aid the decisional process.

DISMISSED.