Senate race could break contributions record
The battle for Indiana’s open U.S. Senate seat could become the most expensive general election race in the state’s history, if Republican Todd Young proves he can compete with Democrat Evan Bayh.
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Pence speech aimed at GOP unity overshadowed by Cruz
Vice presidential nominee Mike Pence was chosen by Donald Trump to unify conservatives behind the Republican ticket only to see his well-received speech overshadowed by Ted Cruz getting booed off the convention stage for his refusal to endorse the nominee.
Pence’s record more complicated than campaign claims
While many of the claims Donald Trump makes about his running mate are technically true, the context of the claims shows a more complicated picture of Indiana’s economic picture under Gov. Mike Pence.
Indiana ballot vacancies filling up
Another Republican is tossing his name into the hat for governor, and several GOP candidates have announced plans to seek newly open congressional seats.
Pence seeks to reassure conservatives about Trump
Gov. Mike Pence told a powerful conservative lobbying group on Tuesday “that Donald Trump will be a great president of the United States of America because his heart beats with the heart of the American people.”
GOP lobbying to succeed Pence shifts to Cleveland convention
Indiana's delegates to the Republican National Convention will be celebrating Mike Pence's selection as Donald Trump's running mate while also pondering who'll take his place as the GOP candidate for governor.
Trump VP pick raises legal questions for some Wall Street donors
Since Mike Pence is the sitting Indiana governor, his selection may also raise complex legal questions for some Donald Trump supporters who've managed money for the state, including the private-equity execs Wilbur Ross, Stephen Feinberg, and Tom Barrack.
Trump says chemistry with Pence ‘very, very good’
Mike Pence said during a joint interview with running mate Donald Trump on 60 Minutes that the candidates’ vision is “exactly the same.” But some observers said the men’s interactions seemed forced.
Trump introduces Pence as ‘my partner in this campaign’
In their first joint appearance, Donald Trump tried to draw a sharp contrast between Mike Pence, a soft-spoken conservative, and Hillary Clinton, the Democratic presidential candidate.
Trump adds a connected fundraiser to his ticket by picking Pence
In picking Mike Pence as his running mate, Republican Donald Trump has added a seasoned fundraiser who could bring fresh energy and new donors to a finance operation lagging far behind that of his Democratic rival, Hillary Clinton.
No charges to be filed against Indiana beer distributor
A special prosecutor says he has found no evidence that one of Indiana's largest beer distributors improperly funneled more than $1.5 million in campaign contributions.
Trump, Pence haven’t always agreed on key social, economic policies
Over the past two decades, Trump has disagreed with his vice-presidential pick on plenty of political issues, including immigration policy, entitlement programs and trade.
Republicans set caucus to fill Pence’s spot in governor’s race
A simple majority of 12 votes is needed from the 22 members of the Indiana Republican Party’s central committee for a candidate to be confirmed as Pence’s replacement on the ballot. The group will meet July 26.
Carmel mayor considering run for 5th District seat
The Republican ballot spot is open now that Rep. Susan Brooks has withdrawn from the race in order to run for governor and possibly replace Gov. Mike Pence on the ballot.
Bosma, Winnecke won’t run for governor
Now that the #veepstakes is settled, the #govstakes is in full force.
Trump confirms Pence officially his choice for vice president
Donald Trump has offered Indiana Gov. Mike Pence the job of vice president, he said in a Twitter message Friday morning, confirming various media reports that began rising Thursday.
Trump delays VP announcement after attack in France
The Donald Trump campaign has not given an indication of when the press conference, previously scheduled for Friday morning, would be rescheduled. Indiana Gov. Mike Pence is widely expected to be announced as Trump’s running mate.
Brooks, Holcomb top list of possible GOP candidates for governor
U.S. Rep. Todd Rokita and House Speaker Brian Bosma are also among potential nominees.
Confirmation of Pence’s VP slot elusive amid Trump campaign denials
Donald Trump advisers on Thursday afternoon maintained that the presumed GOP candidate had not made a final decision on a running mate. Media reports earlier in the day pegged Gov. Mike Pence.
Here’s who could replace Pence on Indiana ballot in governor’s race
Now that Trump has claimed Pence on the national ticket, who will replace him here in Indiana?