All INdiana Politics

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, the Indiana Supreme Court overrules the Indiana Recount Commission and declares Spencer Deery the winner of his state senate primary. Sen. Todd Young reacts to President Donald Trump's pledge of $5,000 to every American adult if Republicans win the midterms and discusses the latest in the war with Iran. Plus, Indiana's best political team reflects on the legacy of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks 25 years later.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a special episode of All INdiana Politics Conversations, Garrett Bergquist sits down with WISH-TV political anchor and New York City native Phil Sanchez. In September of 2001, Sanchez was a junior in college on Long Island. Sanchez recalls the impact the 9/11 attacks had on his friends, his neighbors, and on the community he knew.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, then-Sen. Evan Bayh was scheduled to speak to a trade association in Washington. He would not return home for days afterward. In a special episode marking 25 years since the terrorist attacks of that day, Bayh recalls picking up his two young sons as their school closed and the spirit of unity that prevailed in Congress in the days that followed.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, ICE agents begin making arrests in Indianapolis. We hear from an immigration lawyer, a witness to one of the arrests, and from Congressman Andre Carson, who has submitted a formal inquiry to ICE over the arrests. Indiana's best political team analyzes the initial arrests and the potential fallout.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, secretary of state candidate Greg Ballard proposes replacing the current Indiana Recount Commission with five retired judges. Sen. Todd Young explains why Indiana farmers play a key role in maintaining American soft power on the world stage. Plus, Indiana's best political team assesses what went wrong with Gary's power grid.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The conversion of State Road 37 through Fishers to an expressway was one of the biggest infrastructure projects in the city's history. In this third installment, Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness takes All INdiana Politics producer Garrett Bergquist behind the scenes of that project, including what caused the delays in finishing the 141st Street interchange.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

All INdiana Politics producer Garrett Bergquist sits down with the four candidates for secretary of state for a new, four-part series. In the fourth and final episode, Libertarian candidate Lauri Shillings describes growing up on one of the oldest homesteads in Indiana and why she believes she can win enough votes to make her party eligible to hold primaries under state law.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

All INdiana Politics producer Garrett Bergquist sits down with the four candidates for secretary of state for a new, four-part series. Part three features Democratic candidate Beau Bayh. Beau discusses growing up as the son of former Gov. and U.S. Sen. Evan Bayh and the lessons he learned from his service in the Marine Corps.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

All INdiana Politics producer Garrett Bergquist sits down with the four candidates for secretary of state for a new, four-part series. In part two, Garrett sits down with Republican candidate and former congressional staffer Max Engling, who provides an inside look at the role Congressional staffers play.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

All INdiana Politics producer Garrett Bergquist sits down with the four candidates for secretary of state for a new, four-part series. In this first installment, independent candidate and former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard discusses his service in the Marine Corps, his tenure as mayor and his decision to run as an independent.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, the executive director of the Indiana Department of Homeland Security discusses the state's recovery from historic floods in central Indiana and power outages from a derecho in northwest Indiana. Plus, Indiana's best political team assesses Indianapolis' decision to declare a moratorium on new data centers until 2028.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Sen. Jim Banks explains why he wants the federal government to get involved after an AI company accidentally hacked a cybersecurity company while testing a new AI model. He also discusses the latest in the war with Iran. Plus, Indiana's best political team weighs the chances the Chicago Bears move to Hammond after the clearest statement yet from the team.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Although Fishers, Indiana dates to 1872, it did not become a city, as defined by state law, until 2015. Scott Fadness became town manager shortly before the process to convert from a town to a city began and was later elected the first mayor of Fishers. He is the only person to hold that post to date. In this episode of All INdiana Politics Conversations, Fadness explains the process of becoming a city to Garrett Bergquist.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Growing up on a farm in North Dakota, Scott Fadness never thought he would enter politics. In a new episode of All INdiana Politics Conversations, the Republican Mayor of Fishers tells All INdiana Politics producer Garrett Bergquist how a chance college selection and an internship led to a long career in city government, working his way up through Fishers' city staff and eventually becoming its first mayor.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, families report the state is dropping them from Medicaid amid a new income verification system. I-Team's Kara Kenney finds out what might be driving that. The governor turns to a new legal justification for extending the state's gas tax holiday. Plus, Indiana's best political team weighs an alternative to wheel taxes in Indianapolis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Indiana's best political team discusses possible successors after Senate President pro tempore Rod Bray announced he will not seek another term in that role. Plus, Sen. Todd Young provides an update on his SHIPS for America Act and explains his support for a ban on Congressional stock tradingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Gov. Mike Braun tells Garrett Bergquist why he doesn't think a special session to extend his gas tax holiday is likely. Kara Kenney takes us inside a state program that helps cover the cost of replacing underground fuel tanks. Plus, Indiana's best political team takes a deep dive into two recent votes on wheel taxes, in Indianapolis and in Greenwood.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a special episode of the All INdiana Politics Conversations podcast, Gov. Mike Braun sits down with All INdiana Politics producer Garrett Bergquist. He tells the story of how he grew Meyer Distributing, discusses his love of farming and agriculture and provides the inside story of his order to suspend Indiana's gas tax amid the war with Iran.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Congressman Andre Carson explains why he voted for a bill to make daylight saving time permanent. He also responds to President Donald Trump's election security speech and the renewed air strikes on Iran. Plus, Indiana's best political team weighs conflict-of-interest questions surrounding Indiana's new secretary of commerce and assesses Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett's veto of a wheel tax.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a one-on-one interview with All INdiana Politics' Garrett Bergquist, Indiana Republican Congressman Marlin Stutzman says renewed air strikes on Iran don't mean diplomacy is dead. He also discusses why he signed on to a letter demanding the WNBA do more to protect its star players like Caitlin Clark from flagrant fouls on the court. In addition, Stutzman says the Trump administration is right to remove Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode of All INdiana Politics, Congressman Marlin Stutzman explains why renewed air strikes on Iran do not necessarily mark the end of diplomacy. Plus, I-Team uncovers what a top advisor to Gov. Mike Braun is doing with a job that pays $200,000 and has no listed duties.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard turns in more than twice as many signatures as he needs to get on the ballot as an independent candidate for secretary of state. Democratic strategist Brad Boswell and former Republican Indianapolis Mayor candidate Abdul-Hakim Shabazz debate Ballard's chances. They also weigh the impact of Monday's U.S. Supreme Court rulings on birthright citizenship and transgender athletes and reflect on the Founders' legacy on the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In honor of America's 250th birthday, join WISH/WRTV government reporter and All INdiana Politics producer Garrett Bergquist as he reads the original, unabridged text of the Declaration of Independence. Happy Independence Day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the third part of a three-part series, state Sen. Andrea Hunley explains why the Indiana General Assembly is a much more collaborative place than it often appears to be, describes the many informal caucuses she has been a part of, and explains her decision to run for mayor rather than seeking a second term in the legislature.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From an early age, future state Sen. Andrea Hunley knew she wanted to be a teacher. In part 2 of a three-part conversation, she recounts her evolution from high school teacher to elementary school principal and the challenges she faced as a principal during the COVID-19 pandemic.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Max Engling handily upsets incumbent Secretary of State Diego Morales at the Indiana Republican Party convention. Indiana's best political team assesses his chances and what his nomination means for rival campaigns, including that of Democrat Beau Bayh. The team also discusses whether the new peace deal with Iran might lead to lower gas prices in Indiana.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Long before she was elected to the state Senate, Andrea Hunley was adopted at a young age by a working-class family in Fort Wayne. In this new episode of All INdiana Politics Conversations, Hunley recalls the close-knit neighborhood she grew up in and reconnecting with her biological parents as an adult.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Conservative activist Jamie Reitenour, a former candidate for governor, is one of four candidates vying for the Republican nomination for secretary of state at the Indiana Republican Party convention. In an interview with WISH/WRTV government reporter and All INdiana Politics producer Garrett Bergquist, she explains why she wants to do away with early voting and require paper ballots for all elections.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Max Engling, a longtime staffer for first Congressman and then Sen. Jim Banks, is a late entrant into the race for secretary of state at the Indiana Republican Party convention. In a one-on-one interview with All INdiana Politics' Garrett Bergquist, he outlines his plans for the office, including cracking down on shell trucking companies.The Indiana Republican Party convention will be held on June 20 in Fort Wayne.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of All INdiana Politics, Republican secretary of state candidates Max Engling and Jamie Reitenour explain why they want delegates to nominate them at the Indiana Republican Party convention on June 20. Plus, Indiana's best political team outlines what to expect at the convention and who they believe are the favorites to win.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Ed DeLaney was elected the Indiana House of Representatives in 2008, Democrats had controlled that chamber for years, while Republicans controlled the Senate and the governor's office. DeLaney had a front row seat as Democrats lost control of the House and were reduced to superminority status. In part 3 of a three-part conversation, DeLaney recounts the 2011 Democratic walkout, legislating during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how power dynamics have shifted in the Statehouse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Democratic strategist Brad Boswell and Republican strategist Lacey Berkshire analyze the factors that led to Beau Bayh's nomination for secretary of state at the Indiana Democratic Party convention. They also assess the chances the Chicago Bears' announcement regarding stadium development in Hammond leads to a final team move and recent controversial comments from both Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith and Gov. Mike Braun.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Blythe Potter is a small business owner and Iraq War veteran who is running for secretary of state at the Democratic Party convention on June 6. She tells News 8's government reporter, Garrett Bergquist, the secretary of state's office needs significant changes to be more responsive to business owners' needs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beau Bayh, son of former Gov. and U.S. Sen. Evan Bayh, is making his first foray into politics with a run for secretary of state. He is a Marine Corps veteran and an attorney specializing in commercial litigation. He tells News 8's government reporter, Garrett Bergquist, he would order an immediate independent audit of the office if elected.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, government reporter Garrett Bergquist sits down with the two Democratic candidates for secretary of state, Beau Bayh and Blythe Potter. Plus, Indiana's best political team breaks down each candidate's chances at the party convention on June 6, as well as the implications of Republican delegates defecting to Max Engling ahead of their party's June 20 convention.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Congressman Rudy Yakym describes the conversations going on in Congress on whether to suspend the federal gas tax amid rising gas prices due to the war with Iran. Plus, Indiana's best political team takes a deep dive into lawmakers' call for hearings on name, image and likeness, or NIL, rules for high school athletes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After the adoption of the Dayton Peace Accords in 1995, future state Rep. Ed DeLaney, then a lawyer, found himself negotiating the final status of the Brcko region of what is now Bosnia and Herzegovina. In part 2 of a series, DeLaney describes the experience of working in the Balkans amid the Yugoslav Wars. He also recalls his work as an election monitor in Russia and explains the lessons both experiences hold for Americans.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Long before he became a United States senator, Todd Young was an avid soccer player in central Indiana. In this episode of All INdiana Politics Conversations, Young tells Garrett Bergquist how he managed to work his way onto the U.S. Naval Academy's soccer team. He also recounts getting elected to Congress during the Tea Party wave in 2010 and why he decided to look for a new challenge after serving on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Congressman Andre Carson explains why he believes the Supreme Court's Voting Rights Act ruling is a step backward for the country. He also explains why he does not believe the shooting at the White House Correspondents Association dinner represented a failure by the Secret Service. Plus, Indiana's best political team explains which races they're watching in Tuesday's primary.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

State Rep. Ed DeLaney, D-Indianapolis, was first elected to the Indiana House of Representatives in 2008 after a long legal career that included a stint as the founding attorney for Investigative Reporters and Editors, a nationwide organization dedicated to supporting investigative journalism. In the first of a three-part series, DeLaney discusses his time as an attorney, his service in the Navy during the Vietnam Era despite his opposition to the conflict, and his first foray into politics: sweeping the floor at a campaign headquarters for John F. Kennedy's presidential campaign.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Congressman Jefferson Shreve, R-Indiana, who has just been named to the House Appropriations Committee, says he's optimistic Congress will fund a proposed $1.98 billion replacement for the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center. Plus, Indiana's best political team weighs in on Gov. Mike Braun's decision to name his former Division of Child Services director to a full-time, taxpayer-funded advisory role with no description of the new job's responsibilities.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode of All INdiana Politics, the state of Indiana has transferred $200 million to reopen enrollments for the Child Care Development Fund voucher program. News 8 government reporter Garrett Bergquist asks a child care advocate about the next steps for child care. Plus, Indiana's best political team assesses how much difference the funding will make.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.