In Indiana, the deal to stop Trump may be backfiring
The race in the state is shaping up to be a last stand not just for Cruz, but also for the “stop Trump” movement, an unlikely confederation of activists and party donors.
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Bob Knight endorses Donald Trump at Indianapolis rally
The former Indiana University Hoosiers coach, who was known for his brash and sometimes controversial manner, hailed Trump as “the most prepared man in history to step in as president of the United States.”
Cruz seeks boost by picking Fiorina as running mate
In need of momentum after a five-state shutout, Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz on Wednesday at a rally in Indianapolis tapped former technology executive Carly Fiorina as his pick for vice president.
Kenley dominates fundraising, spending in District 20 race
The Noblesville Republican is facing political newcomer Scott Willis for Indiana Senate District 20, which includes parts of Westfield, Noblesville and Fishers.
Source: Cruz to tap Fiorina to serve as running mate during Indy stop
The Texas senator plans to unveil his pick for vice president Wednesday afternoon, less than a week before Hoosiers go to the polls.
Indiana primary ‘make or break’ in effort to stop Trump
Is this the last stand for the #NeverTrump crowd? Political insiders say Indiana’s crucial May 3 Republican primary contest is essentially Trump’s to lose.
Cruz to make ‘major announcement’ at downtown rally
Republican Sen. Ted Cruz plans the announcement Wednesday afternoon at a rally at Pan Am Plaza. Meanwhile Cruz and front-runner Donald Trump are courting Indiana voters by appealing to the state’s love of basketball.
Wealthy first-time candidates seek Indiana GOP Congress bids
The districts at opposite ends of the state opened up with the decisions of U.S. Reps. Marlin Stutzman and Todd Young to pursue election to the Senate.
Trump’s 5-state sweep likely makes it Indiana or bust for Cruz
Ted Cruz is pouring his energies into Indiana in the hope that voters here give him a victory and keep his White House hopes alive. He plans two stops in Indianapolis on Wednesday, including a rally at Pan Am Plaza.
Bill Clinton talks education, jobs in Indy visit
The former Democratic president said Hillary Clinton wants to give college graduates money to put toward student loans if they take jobs in public service after completing two years in AmeriCorps.
Van Susteren, Fox to tape show with Trump at Hilbert Circle Theatre
The ticketed event is open to the public.
Cruz headed to Knightstown for Tuesday night rally; Trump coming back to fairgrounds
The Republicans are battling to earn a share of Indiana’s 57 delegates to the national GOP convention this summer.
Sanders plans Wednesday rallies at Purdue, IU
Recent polls show Bernie Sanders is trailing Hillary Clinton in Indiana as they vie for the Democratic nomination for president.
Amid candidates’ cooperation in Indiana, pro-Cruz PAC slams Kasich for Medicaid expansion
The move is a little ironic because Indiana also expanded health care for poor Hoosiers using Medicaid money available through Obamacare.
Poll: Young leads Stutzman in GOP Senate contest
The WTHR/Howey Politics poll found that Donald Trump’s support in the state does not appear to be translating to support for Marlin Stutzman in the Senate race.
Hillary events will be in Mishawaka, Hammond; Bill will be in Indy
The Democratic candidate will use the northwest Indiana stops to talk about manufacturing and trade, while her husband—former President Bill Clinton—will stop at the Clinton campaign office in Indianapolis.
Bob Knight to join Trump at rally in Indianapolis
Donald Trump's campaign announced the event is scheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday at Indiana Farmers Coliseum at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, a bigger venue than the site of his previous rally on April 20.
Cruz betting big on Indiana in hopes for open convention
Ted Cruz, looking for a rebound to keep his presidential hopes alive and block Donald Trump from capturing the Republican nomination, said Monday he’s “all in on Indiana.”
Cruz making another day of Indiana campaign stops
The Texas senator plans events Monday in Borden, Columbus, Greenwood and Franklin, where he has scheduled an evening rally at the Johnson County Fairgrounds. He might be joined by Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker at some events.
Trump bristles at Cruz-Kasich election collaboration
Donald Trump says an extraordinary strategy between Ted Cruz and John Kasich aimed at unifying the anti-Trump vote in remaining primaries, including Indiana’s, is a desperate move by "mathematically dead" rivals.