Trump says chemistry with Pence ‘very, very good’
Mike Pence said during a joint interview with running mate Donald Trump on 60 Minutes that the candidates’ vision is “exactly the same.” But some observers said the men’s interactions seemed forced.
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Trump introduces Pence as ‘my partner in this campaign’
In their first joint appearance, Donald Trump tried to draw a sharp contrast between Mike Pence, a soft-spoken conservative, and Hillary Clinton, the Democratic presidential candidate.
Trump adds a connected fundraiser to his ticket by picking Pence
In picking Mike Pence as his running mate, Republican Donald Trump has added a seasoned fundraiser who could bring fresh energy and new donors to a finance operation lagging far behind that of his Democratic rival, Hillary Clinton.
Trump, Pence haven’t always agreed on key social, economic policies
Over the past two decades, Trump has disagreed with his vice-presidential pick on plenty of political issues, including immigration policy, entitlement programs and trade.
Republicans set caucus to fill Pence’s spot in governor’s race
A simple majority of 12 votes is needed from the 22 members of the Indiana Republican Party’s central committee for a candidate to be confirmed as Pence’s replacement on the ballot. The group will meet July 26.
Carmel mayor considering run for 5th District seat
The Republican ballot spot is open now that Rep. Susan Brooks has withdrawn from the race in order to run for governor and possibly replace Gov. Mike Pence on the ballot.
Bosma, Winnecke won’t run for governor
Now that the #veepstakes is settled, the #govstakes is in full force.
Trump confirms Pence officially his choice for vice president
Donald Trump has offered Indiana Gov. Mike Pence the job of vice president, he said in a Twitter message Friday morning, confirming various media reports that began rising Thursday.
Trump delays VP announcement after attack in France
The Donald Trump campaign has not given an indication of when the press conference, previously scheduled for Friday morning, would be rescheduled. Indiana Gov. Mike Pence is widely expected to be announced as Trump’s running mate.
Brooks, Holcomb top list of possible GOP candidates for governor
U.S. Rep. Todd Rokita and House Speaker Brian Bosma are also among potential nominees.
Here’s who could replace Pence on Indiana ballot in governor’s race
Now that Trump has claimed Pence on the national ticket, who will replace him here in Indiana?
Pence pick could trigger GOP ballot chaos in gubernatorial, other races
A Friday deadline for withdrawing from state races complicates decisions for those who might want to jump into the governor’s race.
Trump on verge of choosing his running mate
A public announcement isn’t scheduled until Friday morning, but finalists for the vice presidential slot have been told to expect a decision as early as Thursday afternoon. Donald Trump is leaning toward Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, CNN reported Thursday.
Reports: Trump chooses Pence as running mate
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has picked Indiana Gov. Mike Pence as his running mate, several media outlets reported Thursday.
Pence’s record scrutinized ahead of Trump’s running-mate decision
The case for Mike Pence as running mate for Donald Trump is he’d bring credibility with evangelical Christians and Republican-elected officials across the ideological spectrum, constituencies with whom Trump’s reputation is shaky.
For one day, Indy becomes center of Trump universe
Trump stayed in Indiana on Tuesday after a mechanical issue with his plane—and he made the most it, setting up a makeshift headquarters at the Conrad Indianapolis hotel Wednesday and meeting with potential vice presidential candidates and advisers.
UPDATE: Evan Bayh confirms he’s running for Senate
The former governor and senator says he can “no longer sit on the sidelines and watch as partisan bickering grinds Washington to a halt.”
Veepstakes continue as Trump meets with Pence at governor’s residence
Ivanka Trump joined her father at the governor’s Meridian Street residence as the GOP nominee for president continues to vet possible running mates.
UPDATE: Trump family visits with Pence, other VP hopefuls in Indy
Donald Trump and family members visited Indiana Gov. Mike Pence and other vice presidential candidates in Indianapolis on Wednesday. Trump posted on Twitter that he would reveal his choice at 11 a.m. Friday.
Democrats working to compete in red state Senate contests
Election developments in Indiana and Kansas stand as the latest examples of Democratic attempts to mount competitive races on Republican-friendly terrain, as they try to capitalize on turmoil around Donald Trump's presidential candidacy.