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October 14, 2025
News

Pro-Trans, Anti-Trump Dem Governor Announces Senate Run Against Susan Collins.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: Maine Democrat Governor Janet Mills announced her bid to challenge incumbent Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) for her Senate seat in the 2026 midterm elections.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Gov. Janet Mills (D-ME), Sen. Susan Collins, President Donald J. Trump, and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY).

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: The announcement was made on Tuesday, with Mills targeting the 2026 Senate race in Maine.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “I’ve never backed down from a bully and I never will.” – Gov. Janet Mills

🎯IMPACT: The race is critical for Democrats’ efforts to regain the Senate majority, with Collins being the only Republican senator up for reelection in a state the Democrats carried in the presidential election.

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Maine’s Governor Janet Mills (D) announced Tuesday that she will challenge incumbent Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) for her Senate seat in the 2026 midterm congressional elections. Mills, referencing President Donald J. Trump—who she has clashed with over her policy of allowing biological males to compete in women’s sports—stated she has “never backed down from a bully.”

Mills’s campaign video features a clip of Trump confronting her at the White House in February after she defied his executive order barring trans athletes from competing in girls’ and women’s sports. Notably, the Maine Democrat’s campaign fundraising page and announcement video were both inadvertently posted and subsequently deleted last Friday in a gaffe that has drawn accusations that her staff is unprepared for a daunting campaign against Collins.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), who is fighting to keep the federal government shutdown in the face of political pressure from his party’s far-left flank, has encouraged Mills to enter the race. Democrats view unseating Collins as a pivotal step in regaining a Senate majority.

The 77-year-old Mills, however, faces a competitive primary field. If successful in unseating Collins, she would become the oldest freshman senator in U.S. history. “Donald Trump is ripping away health care from millions, driving up costs, and giving corporate CEOs massive tax cuts. And Susan Collins is helping him,” Mills claimed in her campaign announcement.

In February, The National Pulse reported that during a White House event, President Trump took Gov. Mills to task over allowing high school male athletes, who claim to be transgender, to compete against girls. “Is Maine here, the Governor of Maine?” President Trump asked during the lunch event with a bipartisan group of governors, asking her, “Are you not going to comply?”

When Mills claimed she was complying with state and federal law, Trump pressed her from the podium, warning, “Well, we are the federal law… You’d better do it, because you’re not going to get any federal funding at all if you don’t.”

In April, the Department of Justice (DOJ) launched an investigation and subsequently enforcement action against Maine, which is still pending in court.

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October 9, 2025
Politics

California Democrat Katie Porter Embroiled in Third Bullying Scandal.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: Aspiring Democratic California governor Katie Porter has faced backlash after multiple videos surfaced of her berating staff and clashing with a journalist.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Katie Porter, her staff, CBS News reporter Julie Watts, and political figures like Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: Videos from 2021 and recent interviews in California have gone viral in October 2025.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “Get out of my f**king shot!” Porter was heard yelling at a staffer in one of the resurfaced videos.

🎯IMPACT: The incidents have led to criticism from both sides of the political aisle and raised questions about Porter’s leadership style and temperament.

IN FULL

Former Representative Katie Porter (D-CA), currently the Democratic Party frontrunner for California governor, is under fire after multiple videos of her berating staff and clashing with a journalist have gone viral. In one resurfaced clip from 2021, Porter was seen angrily demanding her staff to adjust the lighting during a Zoom meeting, saying, “I need the lights off… the bright lights,” before cutting her camera and sound in frustration.

Another video from the same year shows Porter yelling at a staffer to “get out of my f**king shot!” during a conversation with then-Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm. The staffer had entered the frame to correct a statement Porter made about electric vehicles. Porter’s irritated response continued, “You also were in my shot before that. Stay out of my shot.”

The National Pulse reported on Wednesday that a leaked CBS interview from last month shows Porter rudely berating reporter Julie Watts, who pressed her on the need to win over Trump voters in California’s gubernatorial race. Porter became visibly angry when Watts did not immediately accept that she did not need Trump voters’ support, questioning her line of inquiry and accusing the journalist of being “unnecessarily argumentative.”

The videos and leaked interview have sparked bipartisan criticism. Fellow California Democrat Xavier Becerra, and potential gubernatorial candidate, said of Porter’s dismissal of Trump voters, “I’m not interested in excluding any vote. Every Californian deserves affordable health care, safe streets, a roof over their head, and a living wage.” Republican Steve Hilton, also running for governor, observed, “Fifteen years of one-party rule. This is what you get. It’s time for change in California.”

In response to the backlash, Porter told the media, “It’s no secret I hold myself and my staff to a higher standard and that was especially true as a member of Congress. I have sought to be more intentional in showing gratitude to my staff for their important work.”

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October 8, 2025
Politics

WATCH: California Gov. Front-Runner Katie Porter Implodes During Interview.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: Former Representative Katie Porter (D-CA) grew angry and irate, and nearly walked out of an interview when pressed on how she plans to appeal to Trump voters in California.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Katie Porter, journalist Julie Watts of CBS News California Investigates, and California voters.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: The exchange occurred last month during an interview with CBS News in California, with the footage of the exchange spreading on social media this week.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I don’t want to keep doing this, I’m going to call it. Thank you.” – Katie Porter

🎯IMPACT: The tense exchange raises questions about Porter’s ability to connect with a broader voter base in her gubernatorial campaign and whether she even has the temperament to govern.

IN FULL

Former Representative Katie Porter (D-CA), considered a front-runner to replace California Governor Gavin Newsom (D), may have seen her campaign end right out of the gate. Among political insiders in Washington, D.C., and California, Porter has long been known for her violent temper and narcissistic attitude, but those traits are now on full public display in an abortive interview with CBS Sacramento reporter Julie Watts in which the California Democrat berates the reporter for asking simple follow-up questions. Filmed last month, the footage of Porter’s meltdown spread across social media this week.

Watts questioned Porter about her stance toward the 6.1 million Californians who voted for President Donald J. Trump in 2024, prompting Porter to respond that she didn’t need their support if running against a Republican in the general election. “How would I need them in order to win, ma’am?” Porter responded, seemingly unhappy with the question but chuckling for the camera, before going on to express certainty that she could pick up the remaining 60 percent of non-Trump votes. “I have stood on my own two feet and won Republican votes before, and that’s not something every candidate in this race can say,” Porter said, referring to her time representing “purple” Orange County.

However, she became visibly irritated when Watts pressed further on her dismissiveness toward Trump voters. Porter stated, “I feel like this is unnecessarily argumentative. What is your question?” At one point, Porter lifts her hands as if to push Watts away.

After Watts explained that similar questions had been posed to other candidates, Porter said she would seek every vote she could win. However, she ended the interview shortly after, stating, “I don’t want to keep doing this. I’m going to call it. I want to have a pleasant, positive conversation.” She also objected to follow-up questions, adding, “I don’t want this all on camera.” Porter then reached for the mic pinned to her lapel and attempted to remove it while castigating Watts’s interview methods.


Porter is notorious for aggressive and narcissistic outbursts. In an infamous 2020 exchange during a congressional hearing with then-Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, Porter became irate when Mnuchin revealed he was unaware of the then-Congresswoman’s law degree. Mnuchin had asked Porter, “Are you a lawyer?” after a series of terse exchanges regarding the Treasury Department‘s funding of Federal Reserve lending facilities.

Even more disturbing, documents filed in Porter’s divorce reveal a litany of claims of spousal abuse by Porter against her ex-husband, Matthew Hoffman. In one instance, Porter allegedly dumped scalding hot potatoes on Hoffman’s scalp.

Porter, who lost her bid for the Senate to Adam Schiff last year, is bidding to become California’s first-ever female governor. On the Republican side, her challengers include Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco and former Fox News host Steve Hilton.

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September 17, 2025
Election Integrity
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Anti-Trump Brad Raffensperger Enters Georgia Governor Race.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: Anti-Trump Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced his candidacy for governor in a video on Wednesday.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Governor Brian Kemp, President Donald J. Trump, Brad Raffensperger, and other Republican and Democratic candidates.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: Announcement made on September 17, 2025, in Georgia.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “I follow the law and the Constitution, and I’ll always do the right thing for Georgia no matter what.” – Brad Raffensperger

🎯IMPACT: The race for Georgia’s gubernatorial seat is expected to be highly competitive in a state that has become a key battleground.

IN FULL

Anti-Trump Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger (R) announced Wednesday that he is running for governor. “I’m a conservative Republican, and I’m prepared to make the tough decisions,” he claimed in an announcement video, adding: “I follow the law and the Constitution, and I’ll always do the right thing for Georgia no matter what.”

The current governor, Brian Kemp (R), is term-limited, making the race open for new contenders. Raffensperger gained national attention after rejecting President Donald J. Trump‘s request to review voter irregularities in Georgia following the 2020 presidential election. Subsequently, the Georgia Secretary of State positioned himself as a staunch opponent of the America First leader.

Raffensperger insisted he was following the law during an interview on Meet the Press in 2021, saying, “I followed the law, I followed the Constitution. And they believe that’s the honorable thing to do.”

The National Pulse reported in October 2024 that Raffensperger was fundraising for a nonprofit lawfare group that he claimed would target any activists or election officials who raise concerns regarding voter fraud. Election Defense Fund, Inc.—a 501(c)4 nonprofit organization—was founded in 2023 and appeared to be run by Ryan Germany, the former General Counsel for Raffensperger. The group specifically targeted Georgia State Election Board members Dr. Jan Johnson, Janelle King, and Rick Jeffries. The three election officials spearheaded several significant election integrity efforts and changes to the state’s election rules regarding ballot counting.

The Republican primary will include other candidates such as Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones (R) and Attorney General Chris Carr (R). On the Democratic side, former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms (D) and former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan (D), who recently switched parties, are in the running, along with State Sen. Jason Esteves (D) and State Rep. Derrick Jackson (D).

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September 16, 2025
Politics

Tim Walz Seeks Third Term as Minnesota Governor.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) announced his intention to seek a third term in office in 2026.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Governor Tim Walz, Democratic Party leaders, and Republican challenger Scott Jensen.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: Announcement made Tuesday in Minnesota, coinciding with a special legislative election.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I want to make Minnesota a place where everyone has a chance to succeed, in every corner of the state.” – Tim Walz

🎯IMPACT: Walz’s decision adds to speculation about his future political ambitions and sets the stage for a competitive gubernatorial race in 2026.

IN FULL

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) announced on Tuesday that he plans to run for a third term in 2026. In his announcement video, Walz—the Democratic Party’s 2024 vice presidential nominee—stated, “I want to make Minnesota a place where everyone has a chance to succeed, in every corner of the state.”

Minnesota is one of several states that permits governors to serve more than two terms. Walz joins Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker (D) in seeking re-election in 2026. Both governors have been tied to a potential 2028 presidential run, suggesting their gubernatorial re-election bids serve as a means of keeping them politically relevant. However, current polling data shows both Democratic governors having an uphill fight against the likes of Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA) and far-left Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY).

Walz was re-elected to a second term in 2022, defeating his Republican challenger, Scott Jensen, by over seven percentage points. Jensen announced in July that he intends to face Walz again.

As Kamala Harris‘s 2024 vice presidential running mate, Walz did little to help the Democratic ticket in his home state. Harris, en route to her landslide defeat at the hands of President Donald J. Trump, only won Minnesota by just over four points—despite the state being a reliable Democrat bastion.

Already, Walz is facing significant pushback from voters over his response to the shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, in which two children died. The Minnesota governor has pushed for new gun control measures, ignoring the fact that the shooting was an ideologically motivated attack carried out by a transgender. He also openly fantasized about President Donald J. Trump dying this past Labor Day.

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August 29, 2025
Politics

TX Gov. Signs Redistricting Bill, Cutting Five Democrat House Seats.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) signed a new redistricting bill to redraw the state’s congressional map, favoring Republicans.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Governor Abbott, Texas legislators, and President Donald J. Trump.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: The bill was signed on Friday in Texas following approval by the state house and senate.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Big WIN for the Great State of Texas!!! Everything Passed, on our way to FIVE more Congressional seats and saving your Rights, your Freedoms, and your Country, itself.” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: The new map will increase Republican-majority districts from 25 to 30, removing several Democratic-majority districts.

IN FULL

Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) has signed a new redistricting bill that favors Republicans in the state’s congressional map. The bill, signed on Friday, follows a contentious process during which state Democrats staged a weeks-long walkout earlier this month.

In a video posted to X (formerly Twitter), Abbott described the bill as creating “the one big, beautiful map that ensures fairer representation in the United States Congress for Texas.” The bill was approved by the Texas House of Representatives in an 88-52 party-line vote before being passed by the Texas Senate early last Saturday.

President Donald J. Trump, whose request for new congressional maps prompted the redistricting, celebrated the move last week on Truth Social, writing: “Big WIN for the Great State of Texas!!! Everything Passed, on our way to FIVE more Congressional seats and saving your Rights, your Freedoms, and your Country, itself.” He added, “Texas never lets us down. Florida, Indiana, and others are looking to do the same thing.”

The new map increases Republican-majority districts from 25 to 30 out of Texas’s 38 districts. It also eliminates Democrat-majority districts in key urban areas such as Houston, Austin, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

However, the move has drawn backlash from Democrat-aligned election and lawfare groups. Demetria McCain, policy director for the Legal Defense Fund, stated, “Black voters are not a tool for legislators to use to cut up maps as they see fit. This redistricting process in Texas is a shameful power grab at the expense of Black voices.”

Oni Blair, executive director of the ACLU Texas chapter, also condemned the move, calling it “disgraceful.”

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August 15, 2025
Politics

Senate Race: Cooper Leads Whatley by 8 Points.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: A new poll shows former Governor Roy Cooper (D-NC) leading Michael Whatley, chairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC), in the 2026 North Carolina U.S. Senate race.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: Poll conducted Monday and Tuesday, results released Thursday, with North Carolina voters.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “North Carolina’s race for Senate has only just begun, but the Whatley campaign appears to have a lot of legwork in front of them if they want to be competitive.” – Donald Bryson, Carolina Journal publisher.

🎯IMPACT: The poll highlights Cooper’s name recognition advantage and sets the stage for an expensive, competitive race.

IN FULL

The latest poll from Carolina Journal and Harper Polling shows former Democratic Governor Roy Cooper leading Republican National Committee (RNC) chairman Michael Whatley 47.3 percent to 39.1 percent in the 2026 U.S. Senate race in North Carolina. The poll surveyed 600 likely voters earlier this week, with a margin of error of +/- 3.98 percent and a 95 percent confidence level.

Cooper, who has won six statewide elections, enjoys significant name recognition, with only four percent of respondents saying they had “never heard of” him. In contrast, 51.3 percent of respondents said they had “never heard of” Whatley. Cooper’s favorability ratings were 47.3 percent favorable and 39.8 percent unfavorable, while Whatley registered 14.9 percent favorable and 11.3 percent unfavorable.

“North Carolina’s race for Senate has only just begun, but the Whatley campaign appears to have a lot of legwork in front of them if they want to be competitive,” said Donald Bryson, publisher of Carolina Journal and CEO of the John Locke Foundation. He added, “Cooper certainly has an advantage in this race, having held statewide office for 24 consecutive years.”

The race is expected to be one of the most expensive in the nation, with costs projected between $500 million and $750 million. Historically, North Carolina has leaned Republican in Senate races, with the GOP winning five consecutive contests over the past 15 years and seven of eight this century. However, Cooper’s track record of statewide victories make the race competitive.

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August 11, 2025
Politics

Vance Says Musk Made ‘Mistake,’ Urges MAGA-World Return for Midterms.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Elon Musk’s departure from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has led to ongoing tensions between Musk and President Donald J. Trump, and Vice President J.D. Vance is calling for reconciliation.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Elon Musk, President Donald J. Trump, and Vice President J.D. Vance.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The fallout began in May with Musk’s departure from DOGE and has continued through recent months with public statements and interviews.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I really think it’s a mistake for [Musk] to try to break from the President. My hope is that by the time of the midterms, he’s kind of come back into the fold.” – J.D. Vance

🎯IMPACT: The strained relationship between Musk and Trump has implications for midterm election strategies, should the tech mogul follow through on his threats to field America Party candidates at scale.

IN FULL

Vice President J.D. Vance says he hopes that billionaire technology and aerospace mogul Elon Musk will reconcile with President Donald J. Trump ahead of the 2026 congressional midterm elections. While tension between Musk and the Trump White House has remained since the former’s rocky departure from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in late May—and Musk’s subsequent attacks on Trump’s budget proposal as a “massive, outrageous, pork-filled… disgusting abomination”—the billionaire has recently begun deleting social media posts critical of Trump and donated $15 million to pro-MAGA super PACs.

“I really think it’s a mistake for [Musk] to try to break from the President. My hope is that by the time of the midterms, he’s kind of come back into the fold,” Vice President Vance said during a media interview over the weekend.

During the falling out between Trump and Musk, beginning in May, the President threatened to pull SpaceX‘s government contracts, notably after Musk had threatened to end his company’s relationship with NASA. In addition, President Trump alluded to Musk as having pushed for greater government subsidies and other carveouts for his struggling electric car company, Tesla.

President Trump’s recent comments suggest a softened stance toward Musk. During an Oval Office press conference, Trump said, “I think he’s a good person, and I think he had a bad moment, a really bad moment, but he’s a good person. I believe that.”

Vance also warned Musk that his political future outside of the GOP is limited, saying, “My argument to Elon is, like, you’re not gonna be on the left, even if you wanted to be, and he doesn’t, they’re not gonna have you back. That ship has sailed.”

Musk has been in the initial stages of launching an “America Party” as an alternative to the Republicans and the GOP. However, such a party is unlikely to achieve anything beyond siphoning libertarian-leaning voters from the Republicans and putting the Democrats back in power.

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August 8, 2025
Politics

Major SC Primary Exit Boosts Project 2025 Architect Paul Dans’s Challenge to Sen. Graham.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: Paul Dans calls for unity among conservatives to challenge Republican Senator Lindsey Graham in the South Carolina Senate race.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Paul Dans, Andre Bauer, Mark Lynch, and Sen. Graham.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: August 8, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Andre Bauer’s decision to step aside reflects the humility and integrity that South Carolina conservatives cherish.” – Paul Dans

🎯IMPACT: Dans seeks to consolidate the anti-Graham vote and build a coalition to retire Lindsey Graham.

IN FULL

Paul Dans, a leading conservative candidate for the U.S. Senate in South Carolina, has extended an invitation for unity to his former rivals, Andre Bauer and Mark Lynch. Bauer, the state’s former Lieutenant Governor, recently suspended his campaign, while Lynch continues his efforts in the Republican primary against incumbent Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC).

Dans praised Bauer’s decision to step aside, highlighting it as a reflection of the humility and integrity valued by South Carolina conservatives. “Andre Bauer’s decision to step aside reflects the humility and integrity that South Carolina conservatives cherish,” Dans said, while also commending Lynch for challenging the status quo and emphasizing the need to consolidate the anti-Graham vote.

Dans, architect of Project 2025 and a former Trump administration official, underscored the urgency of uniting against Graham’s record on issues like endless wars and open borders. He called for a coalition to retire Graham and secure a Senator aligned with South Carolina’s values.

The campaign has gained momentum with national media attention and polls indicating Graham’s vulnerability. Dans’s leadership in Project 2025 has already achieved significant policy victories, making him a formidable candidate in the race.

Dans invited all South Carolinians who reject Graham’s policies to join his movement, aiming to make South Carolina a beacon of conservative leadership. He emphasized truth, unity, and a commitment to putting America first.

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State Representative Matt Pierce
August 6, 2025
Politics

Democratic Lawmaker Threatens ‘Knife Fight’ Prior to J.D. Vance Visit.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: Indiana Democrats are warning of a potential redistricting battle as Republicans consider redrawing congressional district maps ahead of the 2026 midterms.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: State Representative Matt Pierce, Vice President J.D. Vance, Governor Mike Braun (R-IN), Congressman Frank Mrvan (D-IN), and other state and national political figures.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: Indiana, with discussions and meetings taking place this week, including a visit from Vice President Vance to Indianapolis.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “I’m sounding the alarm because Democrats in Indiana are in a knife fight to preserve democracy, and we better start acting like it.” – Matt Pierce

🎯IMPACT: The potential redistricting could reshape Indiana’s congressional delegation, targeting competitive districts and sparking broader national debates on gerrymandering.

IN FULL

Indiana State Representative Matt Pierce (D) says that Democrats in the state are in a “knife fight to preserve democracy” as Republicans consider redrawing congressional districts. The threat comes as Vice President J.D. Vance is set to visit Indianapolis this week to meet with Governor Mike Braun (R-IN) to discuss redistricting.

A redrawn Indiana congressional map could potentially target Democratic-leaning seats like the state’s 1st Congressional District, currently held by Congressman Frank Mrvan (D-IN), as Republicans work to solidify their 7-2 advantage in the state’s congressional delegation.

Pierce alleges that Vance is being sent by President Donald J. Trump to push Braun into calling a special session to implement “Texas-style gerrymandering.” In a Facebook video, Pierce stated, “I’m sounding the alarm because Democrats in Indiana are in a knife fight to preserve democracy, and we better start acting like it.” The Indiana Democrat continued, alleging Republicans want to “steal away seats from Democrats because they know they can’t win this election with their failed policies that harm the middle class and then give all the benefits to the wealthy.”

A spokesman for Indiana House Democrats revealed that efforts are underway to mobilize public opposition, including calls to representatives and a sit-in protest. However, Indiana’s legislative rules do not require a quorum for Republicans to pass a redistricting bill, removing a tactic used by Texas Democrats to delay similar efforts.

Governor Braun described his discussions with Vance as “exploratory” with “no commitments” yet. Meanwhile, Democrats in other states like California and Illinois are also considering retaliatory redistricting efforts to counter Republican moves in states like Texas, Missouri, and Florida. Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY) has called for legislation to ban partisan gerrymandering and mid-decade redistricting, emphasizing the need for competitive districts to improve Congress.

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