Behind the walls of Indiana’s ICE detention facility
The Indiana Capital Chronicle recently took an hourlong tour of Miami Correctional Facility—the first media allowed in what federal officials have referred to as “the Speedway Slammer.”
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Why The Washington Post’s editorial board dubbed Indiana its ‘state of the year’
The Post’s editorial board announced the distinction Monday, kicking off what the board says is a new yearly tradition to recognize states that “did the most to improve or otherwise acted in a way worthy of distinction.”
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Why investing in a Trump Account could complicate your taxes
Under the terms of the One Big Beautiful Bill law that created it, the federal government will seed each Trump Account with $1,000 for every U.S. citizen born from 2025 through 2028.
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UPDATE: Braun warns of ‘political consequences’ for Republicans who voted against redistricting push
Gov. Mike Braun vowed to work with President Trump—who for months has pushed for more winnable seats for the GOP ahead of the 2026 midterms—to encourage primary challengers to those “no” voters.
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President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after record 43-day disruption
House lawmakers made their long-awaited return to the nation’s capital this week after nearly eight weeks away. Republicans used their slight majority to get the bill over the finish line with a mostly party-line vote of 222-209.
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Republicans and Democrats pitch competing plans to tackle affordability
Lawmakers in both parties view simmering fury over the cost of living as the top issue in next year’s midterm elections and are pitching a growing profusion of proposals to tackle the notoriously difficult problem of affordability.
A fair, a UFC fight, a prayer event: Trump’s plans for nation’s 250th
The celebration will begin on New Year’s Eve. The Washington Monument will be lit with “festive birthday lights to honor the start of this historic anniversary year,” Trump said.
Government’s historic role as trusted information source is under threat
The issue arose again Thursday when the Labor Department announced a surprisingly low inflation figure of 2.7% for November. Economists immediately noted quirks that could have artificially lowered the rate.
TikTok signs deal to form new unit that would ensure continued US operations
The U.S. venture will have a new, seven-member majority-American board of directors. It will also be subject to terms that “protect Americans’ data and U.S. national security.”
Some Indiana lawmakers ponder taking up marijuana debate after Trump’s reclassification order
For several years, the common refrain among some state lawmakers has been that they had no desire to tackle the issue until the federal government reclassified the drug. That argument will be removed if the president’s order receives federal regulatory approval as directed.
Trump signs executive order that would reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug
Reclassification by the Drug Enforcement Administration would not make it legal for recreational use by adults nationwide, but it could change how the drug is regulated and reduce a hefty tax burden on the cannabis industry.
Last US cents sold at auction were worth a pretty penny—$16.7M
The 232nd set—containing the last three pennies ever made—sold for $800,000. That bidder also got the three dies that struck those Lincoln cents.
Trump signs executive order to block state AI regulations
Members of Congress from both parties, as well as civil liberties and consumer rights groups, have pushed for more regulations on AI, saying there is not enough oversight for the powerful technology.
Karen Celestino-Horseman: Trump displays cruelty, impulsivity, incoherence
If you and I ignore Trump, in three years America may not be our America.
Senator says FAA chief Bedford failed to sell multimillion-dollar airline stake as promised
Sen. Maria Cantwell said former CEO Bryan Bedford vowed to sell all his shares in Carmel-based Republic Airways within 90 days of his confirmation, but 150 days have now passed.
Farmers to get more money from Trump, but they still have more problems
U.S. farmers have suffered from persistently low commodity prices, rising costs and declining sales.
Indiana Senate sets up crucial Thursday vote on redistricting bill
Democratic amendments failed Wednesday as Republicans prepare for a tight, final vote on the contentious remap.
Trump announces $11B in tariff relief for farmers
President Trump has been under pressure to approve an aid package for farmers, who have struggled under sinking crop prices and increasing costs for equipment, fertilizer and other production expenses.
Federal judge throws out Trump order blocking development of wind energy
The judge said the effort to halt virtually all leasing of wind farms on federal lands and waters was “arbitrary and capricious” and violates U.S. law.
Trump to unveil $12B aid package for farmers hit hard by trade war
The aid comes amid rising frustration among farmers on the slow pace of Chinese purchases, which Beijing clamped down on earlier this year in retaliation for Trump’s escalating tariff barrage.
Companies seek refunds from tariffs as Supreme Court decision looms
At issue in the pair of combined cases before the Supreme Court is whether the president exceeded his authority by relying on a 1977 law to impose the tariffs.
Redistricting bill passes Indiana House, heads to uncertain future in Senate
The Indiana House passed a set of new congressional maps that would give Republicans a marked advantage in the next election. Twelve Republicans joined Democrats in voting against the legislation, which now heads to the Senate.
Trump outlines plan to unwind Biden-era car mileage mandates
The Transportation Department proposal represents the administration’s latest bid to unwind a suite of policies spurring electric vehicle production that Trump has derided as an “EV mandate.”
Delta Air Lines says US government shutdown cost company $200M
More than 10,000 flights were cut between Nov. 7, when the Federal Aviation Administration directed airlines to cancel up to 6% of their domestic flights, and when the restrictions were fully lifted on Nov. 16.