We’re a ‘pretty stubborn breed,’ says Indiana Republican who voted against redistricting

President Trump signed an executive order aimed at establishing federal regulations for artificial intelligence (AI), which seeks to override state-level laws. This move has intensified divisions within the Republican Party, as some members express discomfort with the centralization of authority over AI regulation.

The Indiana Senate has rejected a congressional redistricting map that aimed to create two additional Republican-leaning House seats, marking a significant political defeat for former President Donald Trump, who had actively supported the proposal. The vote concluded with a majority opposing the plan, reflecting internal divisions within the Republican Party in Indiana.

President Donald Trump successfully leveraged voter concerns about the economy, immigration, and crime to regain the White House in 2024, bringing many Republicans into office alongside him. However, as the party seeks to maintain its dominance in Washington, replicating this strategy for the 2026 midterms may prove challenging due to emerging internal divisions and shifting voter sentiments.

The Indiana Senate voted against a Republican-drawn congressional map that aimed to create two additional Republican-leaning House seats, with a significant majority opposing it by a vote of 31 to 19. This decision represents a major setback for former President Trump, who had backed the plan.

Indiana Republicans in the state Senate have rejected a congressional redistricting plan that was backed by former President Trump, which aimed to create two additional Republican-leaning House seats. The vote concluded with a significant majority against the proposal, reflecting a growing divide within the party.

The Indiana Senate voted against a Republican-drawn congressional map aimed at creating two additional Republican-leaning House seats, with a significant majority opposing it by a vote of 31 to 19. This decision represents a major setback for former President Donald Trump, who had been actively pushing for the approval of the map as part of his strategy for the upcoming midterm elections.

The Senate has rejected funding proposals for the Affordable Care Act (ACA), leading to concerns that millions of Americans will face significant increases in health insurance premiums as federal subsidies are set to expire by the end of 2025. Both Democratic and Republican plans aimed at extending these subsidies failed to gain traction in Congress.

The Indiana Senate voted against a congressional redistricting plan backed by former President Trump, which aimed to create two additional Republican-leaning House seats. This decision was made with a significant majority, reflecting a vote of 31 to 19 against the proposal.