The Governing Narrative

James Ho and the Politics of Judicial Ambition

This episode examines James Ho's rise within the Republican legal sphere, from his strategic positioning for a Supreme Court nomination to his contentious dissenting opinions on the Fifth Circuit. We discuss his ideological shifts, his stance on cancel culture, and the implications of his controversial resignations, capturing how his actions reflect the growing politicization of the judiciary. Through Ho's journey, we question the tension between judicial integrity and political aspirations in America's polarized legal landscape.