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Indiana House Sets Friday Vote on GOP Mid‑Cycle Map That Splits Indianapolis

Senate prospects remain uncertain under strong resistance, with security concerns mounting.

Overview

  • House Republicans advanced the bill unchanged after defeating 21 Democratic amendments on Thursday.
  • The proposal would divide Marion County into four congressional districts, a major departure from the current single‑district representation.
  • Supporters contend the map could yield up to two additional Republican seats in Indiana’s U.S. House delegation.
  • Political insiders report the Senate currently lacks the votes to pass the plan, and several senators have publicly opposed it.
  • Public pushback has intensified with packed hearings and planned Statehouse rallies, while reports detail swatting attempts and bomb threats targeting at least seven senators and Governor Mike Braun.