Summary
Indiana's state Senate voted against a redistricting bill that aimed to change the state's congressional map. This decision goes against President Donald Trump's efforts to reshape electoral districts ahead of the 2026 midterms. The bill had support from Indiana's Republican Governor and had passed the state's House of Representatives but faced opposition in the Senate, including from some Republicans.
Key Facts
- Indiana's state Senate voted 31 to 19 against a redistricting bill to change congressional districts.
- President Trump wanted Indiana's map redrawn to favor Republican candidates ahead of the 2026 midterms.
- Indiana has consistently voted Republican in presidential elections since 1968, except in 2008 for Barack Obama.
- Despite a Republican majority, 21 Republican state Senators did not support the redistricting bill.
- The proposed map aimed to help Republicans win all nine of Indiana's congressional seats.
- Indiana currently has nine congressional districts, with two represented by Democrats.
- The proposed bill had passed Indiana's House of Representatives with a vote of 57 to 41.
- Governor Mike Braun supported the bill and encouraged the state Senate to pass it.
