Latest Chambers ‘Outsider’ ad ties candidate to Reagan, Daniels
A new advertisement from the Brad Chambers campaign for governor is the latest in a flurry of ads being released in the six-way Republican primary.
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Gubernatorial hopefuls discuss state’s role in economic development at Tuesday forum
The forum was the first of this year’s gubernatorial events to include all three parties, with Democrat Jennifer McCormick and Libertarian Donald Rainwater joining the stage, even though they face no opposition in the May 7 Primary Election.
Chambers releases detailed economy plan in gubernatorial bid
He said a growing the economy would, in turn, reduce government and shrink taxes even if his proposals include plans for growth in the short term.
Gubernatorial candidate Jamie Reitenour lambasts debate, forum hosts for exclusion
A March 11 debate in Carmel was the first to include all six candidates seeking the Republican nomination for Indiana govenor. Reitenour wasn’t included in an October forum, December’s legislative conference nor in a January forum and she is concerned she won’t be included in future events.
Key moments from the first GOP debate for Indiana governor
All six Republican candidates for Indiana governor gathered onstage Monday night at The Palladium in Carmel’s Center for the Performing Arts and attempted to set themselves apart in a crowded field.
Candidates short of filing signatures appear on candidate list
One Democratic candidate for governor appears on the candidate list for the Secretary of State’s Office, though she might fall short of minimum signature requirements.
GOP gubernatorial candidates share a friendly spotlight in Carmel
Save for a few moments of friction, it was cordial at the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre in Carmel on Thursday, when the five leading Republican gubernatorial candidates shared their platforms with a conservative-friendly crowd in a friendly forum.
Governor candidates raise $18M in pricey primary run-up
Candidates for statewide office filed their campaign finance reports for the second half of 2023 on Wednesday, offering more insight into just how expensive the competitive GOP primary in the 2024 Indiana governor’s race is becoming.
Curtis Hill tries for a comeback with gubernatorial bid
Curtis Hill, now five years removed from a groping scandal that derailed his political ambitions, is working to rehabilitate his image as he revs up his campaign for the Republican nomination for governor.
Indiana governor breaks ground on $1.2 billion state prison that will replace 2 others
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb broke ground Thursday on a $1.2 billion prison in northern Indiana that will replace two others in the state’s costliest building project ever.
Indiana gubernatorial candidates share platforms at Hamilton County GOP Dinner
The five leading Republican candidates for Indiana governor shared the same room for the first time on Monday at the Hamilton County GOP Fall Dinner.
Former secretary of commerce Brad Chambers enters race for governor
Ending weeks of speculation, former Indiana Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers filed formal paperwork Thursday to launch his campaign for the 2024 governor.
Curtis Hill says he’ll eliminate state’s equity and inclusion office if elected governor
Curtis Hill said he would eliminate all state-funded programs that “exist only to pander to identity politics” — including the Indiana Office of Equity, Inclusion and Opportunity — if elected to the state’s highest office in 2024.
Gubernatorial candidate Curtis Hill talks race, education, scandal
Last week, former Attorney General Curtis Hill threw his hat into the ring to succeed Gov. Eric Holcomb. The social conservative is well-recognized around the state, complicating the calculus of candidates vying for the same electorate in the 2024 primary.
Top GOP gubernatorial contenders haul in donations
Three top GOP candidates for Indiana governor far out-raised their fellow hopefuls in semi-annual campaign finance reports released Monday, with U.S. Sen. Mike Braun recording the largest haul.
Curtis Hill’s entry into GOP governor’s race sparks battle for evangelical conservatives
Before former Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill this week turned the GOP battle for governor into a four-way race, U.S. Sen. Mike Braun was widely considered the favorite among the evangelical conservative wing of the party.
Former AG Curtis Hill launches gubernatorial bid: A look at his campaign
Former embattled Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill joins the growing list of politicos running to succeed term-limited Gov. Eric Holcomb in 2024. Longtime political analyst Andrew Downs says Hill could be successful despite his history.
Former AG Curtis Hill announces run for governor
Former Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill will seek the Republican nomination for governor, he announced Monday on Twitter.
Holcomb confirms he won’t run for Senate in 2024; holds off on gubernatorial endorsement
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb said explicitly he will not make a bid for the U.S. Senate in 2024, quashing rumors that he would seek federal office after his gubernatorial term ends next year.
Indiana has always had a weak veto power — so why are overrides increasingly common?
Indiana has one of the weakest governor systems in the nation, lacking both a pocket and line-item veto in addition to the low threshold for override.