US says it plans extra tariffs of 10% or more for most trading partners after forced labor probe
The tariffs would be imposed on products from dozens of major trading partners following a probe into imports of goods allegedly made with forced labor.
Politics & Government
Hammond mayor ‘optimistic’ about Bears stadium after Illinois efforts falter
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Mickey Shuey and The NFL franchise has been considering going across the state line into Hammond for its planned $2 billion stadium and surrounding mixed-use development since December.
Electability, future of party on minds of delegates as Democrats choose secretary of state nominee
As Indiana Democrats prepare to gather for the party’s convention Saturday, delegates will decide whether a familiar political name or a progressive challenger is best positioned to flip one of Indiana’s most contested statewide offices.
Bears tax-break plan dies in Illinois as Springfield’s search for deal continues
House staff and labor allies made an aggressive overtime drive to whip support for a bill the chamber had not seen and had reservations over because it was fundamentally different from the measure they approved in April.
Bears proposal in Illinois getting reshaped in final hours of legislative session
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Samm Quinn
Samm Quinn The Illinois Legislature faces an 11:59 p.m. deadline to adjourn its spring session.
Indy mayoral candidate David Bride says he’s done the work
David Bride has worn many hats. He also previously served as vice chair and secretary/treasurer of the Marion County Democratic Party.
Indiana Dems announce treasurer, comptroller candidates
Jessica Bailey and Coumba Kebe were the sole candidates to meet the Indiana Democratic Party’s filing deadline last week for the positions.
Indiana libertarian leader to head party’s national committee
Libertarian Party of Indiana leader Evan McMahon will chair the Libertarian National Committee after winning over delegates Sunday at the party’s annual convention.
Braun eyes property tax breaks for seniors, assessment changes
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun said he plans to push lawmakers on property tax relief in the next legislative session, particularly for older adults who’ve paid off their mortgages.
Indiana electoral races garner thousands in wagers on online prediction market
The secretary of state’s race isn’t the only state contest that has attracted bets. Primaries for U.S. House race nominees brought in thousands in trade volume.
Morales lashes back over loss of Indiana secretary of state race support
Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales’ campaign message blames his backing of President Trump’s redistricting push — despite other top Republicans doing the same.
First Internet Bank CEO David Becker weighing bid for Indy mayor
Becker told IBJ in a statement that he has been approached about running for office and said he takes “those conversations seriously.”
Braun says he’s neutral in turbulent GOP Indiana secretary of state race
The governor emphasized that he “never” endorsed Morales or any other contender and said he “respect(s) the process” as the increasingly contentious GOP nomination fight heads toward next month’s state convention.
Hunley makes mayoral pitch: ‘We have to have higher standards’
In less than a year, she’ll compete for votes in a Democratic primary for Indianapolis mayor that so far includes Vop Osili and David Bride.
Morales refuses to drop out after Banks, Rokita withdraw support in GOP secretary of state race
Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales showed no signs of backing down, saying state convention delegates — not party insiders — should decide the Republican nominee.
Banks, Rokita drop support for Morales, urge him to suspend secretary of state campaign
Attorney General Todd Rokita said he no longer believes Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales can win reelection in November after “self-inflicted wounds and issues.”
GOP secretary of state race scrambled as US Sen. Banks’ staffer enters
Max Engling filed paperwork with the Indiana Republican Party as the fourth candidate for the nomination that will be decided June 20 during the state party convention.
National Democratic group targets 11 Indiana House races
The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee is hoping to break the GOP supermajority in the Indiana House of Representatives.
Trump-backed candidate seeks recount in Indiana Senate race with 3-vote margin
Challenger Paula Copenhaver claims some voters illegally cast ballots in Republican primary to support Sen. Spencer Deery
Justice Department announces $1.7B fund to compensate Trump allies in deal to drop IRS suit
Democrats and government watchdogs immediately pledged to fight what they called a “corrupt” and unprecedented resolution.