Overview

• Vice President J.D. Vance is scheduled to meet Indiana Senate Republicans in Indianapolis on Friday to continue talks on a congressional map redraw.
• The push, encouraged by President Trump and White House allies, seeks a mid‑cycle overhaul that could eliminate the state’s two Democratic-held seats to strengthen the House GOP majority.
• Republican lawmakers report internal divisions after private caucuses, with some citing fairness objections and the expense and optics of a special session.
• Gov. Mike Braun has said he will not call lawmakers back unless legislative leaders demonstrate sufficient support, after signaling a possible November timeframe.
• Senior political aides from the White House and the Republican National Committee are expected in Indiana on Thursday ahead of Vance’s meeting, as Democrats escalate public opposition.