If any local judge had publicly disclosed that he or she interviewed a governor and was then appointed by that same governor to one of the most powerful positions in state government months later, many observers would undoubtedly ask questions. Those questions should not become off limits simply because the person involved is the Chief Justice of Indiana. Public trust in institutions depends on transparency and accountability. Chief Justice Rush may have a perfectly re

The Supreme Court in Indiana is broken; the criminal justice system has proven it will do the job of investigating wrongdoing, bringing charges, and delivering punishment.

St. Augustine's famous quote: “Truth is like a lion; you don’t have to defend it. Let it loose; it will defend itself.” Here's an AI search result: As of April 2026, Aaron "A.J." Johnson is no longer serving as a magistrate judge in Hamilton County, Indiana. While his initial appointment began in August 2024, local reports from late 2025 indicate his departure: Replacement in November 2025 : The eight elected judges of Hamilton County appointed Danica Eyler to the position