State Rep. Rita Fleming announces retirement a week after primary election
The Indiana Democratic Party will hold caucuses to fill the office and ballot vacancies once Fleming leaves.
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Indiana House Democratic leader to run for mayor of Fort Wayne
If Rep. Phil GiaQuinta were to succeed the late Tom Henry as mayor in Fort Wayne, a new leader of the House Democratic caucus would be chosen for the first time since 2018.
Braun campaign fined for finance violations
The agreement said Mike Braun for Indiana failed to correctly disclose loan balances, terms, dates, repayment amounts, and other information for transactions totaling $11.5 million involving three bank loans, 13 lines of credit, and 13 candidate loans.
Indiana Republican candidates trade barbs during gubernatorial debate
Most of the quips and jabs during the one-hour event were directed at frontrunner Sen. Mike Braun, with a focus on his track record in the Indiana General Assembly and Congress on topics including immigration policy, economic development and taxation.
Indiana AG Todd Rokita alleges inflated COVID-19 stats
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita accused public health entities across the state of submitting “faulty” and “unsound” data when it came to COVID-19’s death toll and positivity rate.
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.
Indiana Sen. Jean Breaux dies after long illness
Breaux, who died Wednesday, issued a statement Monday saying she wanted to “focus on enjoying the time I have left surrounded by my loved ones.”
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.
In battleground Arizona, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. draws Biden and Trump voters united by distrust
Allies of both Republican Donald Trump and President Joe Biden have expressed concerns that Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s independent bid could pull votes from their candidate in next year’s expected general election rematch.
Mitch Daniels decides not to run for U.S. Senate
Former Gov. Mitch Daniels, who just completed a 10-year stint as Purdue University president, said Tuesday he will not run for the U.S. Senate, ending speculation that he would jump into the 2024 race after sitting Sen. Mike Braun decided to run for governor.
Ex-GOP candidate arrested in shootings at lawmakers’ homes in New Mexico
A failed Republican candidate who authorities said was angry over his defeat and made baseless claims the election last November was “rigged” against him was arrested in connection with a series of drive-by shootings targeting the homes of Democratic lawmakers in New Mexico’s largest city.
Braun fundraising points to pricey GOP Indiana governor race
A few dozen big-money donors have helped Republican U.S. Sen. Mike Braun quickly catch up in fundraising with GOP rivals in the 2024 race for Indiana governor, with his campaign saying Tuesday it has raised about $1.5 million since formally launching his bid just over a month ago.
Indiana House Republicans take aim at ESG investing
House Republican leadership appears poised to dive into culture war issues again when the legislative session starts in January, setting a target on ESG investing—or environmental, social and government-focused investing—within the Indiana Public Retirement System.
Marion County Democrats to eliminate slating
The Marion County Democratic Party announced Sunday that it will end its pre-primary convention and endorsement process and move to an open primary starting with May’s municipal primary election.
Four key takeaways from Holcomb’s early comments on 2023 legislative session
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb is prioritizing education, health care and the Hoosier workforce in the upcoming legislative session.
Indiana GOP chief eyes running for national party post
Indiana Republican Party Chairman Kyle Hupfer is looking to move up — by running for the number two spot at the Republican National Committee.
Holcomb says he’s focused on last years as Indiana governor
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb is entering his final two years in office, with several candidates already lining up to take over his Statehouse desk as term limits prevent him from seeking reelection again.
Competitive GOP field for IN governor sets up a costly fundraising battle
The three Republican candidates already lining up to become Indiana’s next governor in 2024 are setting up what is expected to be a fierce battle for votes and campaign cash in a hotly contested GOP primary.
State predicts mild recession, stagnant economy in 2023
Indiana officials predicted Thursday that an economic downturn will dramatically slow the growth in state tax collections that have fueled a booming budget surplus over the past two years.
Sen. Mike Braun kicks off gubernatorial bid at downtown steakhouse
Surrounded by 70 of his friends, family members, donors and supporters, U.S. Sen. Mike Braun kicked off his 2024 gubernatorial bid on Monday at Prime 47 steakhouse in downtown Indianapolis.