Former White House staffers, journalists opine on state of media
The Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site event was titled, “Off the Record: The Press and the Presidency.”
Elections
Redistricting return, leadership questions loom after Indiana Senate primary shakeup
Gov. Mike Braun said Wednesday that it was too late for action on redistricting this year.
Narrow vote margins leave 2 GOP Indiana Senate races in uncertainty
The wrap-up of initial vote tallies from Indiana’s Republican primary showed incumbent Sens. Liz Brown and Spencer Deery in narrow races that could face recounts.
Indiana incumbents fend off primary election challengers in congressional races
Among the state’s sitting congressional delegation — which currently includes seven Republicans and two Democrats — six incumbents overcame challengers, while three other representatives faced no primary competition at all.
Anti-incumbent fever not evident in Indiana House races
President Donald Trump’s retribution campaign against state senators who opposed mid-cycle redistricting did not extend to Indiana House members.
Ruckelshaus, Moorhead win primary fights in Indiana Senate District 29
Republican John Ruckelshaus and Democrat Kristina Moorhead will vie for the open seat in a district that includes parts of northwest Indianapolis, Zionsville and Carmel.
Multiple Indiana Senate Republicans fall to Trump-backed challengers
The results show the power and popularity of President Trump among Indiana Republicans, said University of Indianapolis political science professor Laura Merrifield Wilson.
Sweeney Bell claims victory in clerk’s race viewed as test of establishment
In the countywide race for Marion County sheriff, Kelvis T. Williams garnered more votes than Gregory Patrick.
Election updates: Shreve outlasts opponent in 6th District | Baird wins 4th District primary | Ford, Spartz win in 5th
Check here for primary election updates throughout the evening.
André Carson headed for easy victory over 3 primary challengers
Carson, an 18-year incumbent, held a sizable lead with most of the vote counted in a race against some of the most serious challengers he’s faced during his time in office.
Early voting turnout high locally for midterm primary election
Interest in some races is up after President Donald Trump endorsed challengers to seven Indiana Senate incumbents as part of a redistricting-related retribution campaign.
Election notes: What to expect in Indiana’s state primaries
Seven GOP state senators who blocked President Trump’s push to redraw the state’s congressional districts now face primary challengers endorsed by him.
Senate District 31 candidates say voters want ‘common-sense,’ ‘middle-of-the-road’ approach
When District 31 Sen. Kyle Walker said he wouldn’t seek another term, he created a competitive open seat that quickly attracted eight contenders.
US Sen. Jim Banks taking unusually active role in attacking anti-redistricting lawmakers
Two Banks-affiliated groups are funding much of the TV campaign in support of President Trump-endorsed Republican primary challengers.
Republican redistricting opponent faces Trump-backed challenger in Senate primary
Walker was one of 21 state Republican senators who joined Democrats in killing a mid-decade redistricting bill backed by President Donald Trump in late 2025.
Democrat arrested while canvassing won’t drop out of Indiana Senate District 31 primary
Andrew Dezelan is one of the four Democratic primary candidates running for the state Senate seat that includes parts of northern Lawrence Township and most of Fishers.
Supreme Court weakens a landmark Civil Rights-era law and aids GOP efforts to control the House
The effect of the ruling may be felt more strongly in 2028 because most filing deadlines for this year’s congressional races have passed.
Secretary of state candidate Greg Ballard knocks Indiana’s primary system
Ballard, a former Republican mayor of Indianapolis, is attempting an independent campaign for secretary of state under the “Lincoln Party” label.
Clerk contest illustrates ongoing divide in local Democratic party
Incumbent Kate Sweeney Bell has outraised Karla López Owens, who has spent more on the race.
Four Democrats competing for open state Senate seat on northwest side
Major priorities for the Democratic field include addressing affordability in health care and housing, managing rising utility costs and improving access to child care and mental health services.