Staff Reports
In Indiana, a once-reliable stronghold for conservative values, lawmakers have thrown a wrench into President Trump’s vital redistricting plans. Despite Indiana overwhelmingly supporting Trump with a massive 19-point victory, the state’s Republican-controlled Senate seems to be sputtering, unable to push through a new congressional map that would fortify the GOP’s presence. This isn’t just a local issue; it’s a symptom of a broader malaise infecting the nation’s right-wing leadership.
The current line-up in Indiana’s congressional delegation skewed 7-2 for Republicans, but with a better map, two more seats could easily flip red. That’s two seats crucial for countering Democrat-drawn lines nationwide, especially in deep-blue territories like California. Yet, supposedly conservative Indiana leaders can’t seem to muster the votes to make it happen. What’s holding them back? It’s as if Senate President Pro Tempore is more interested in placating political elites than rallying behind Trump, the standard-bearer for America First values.
One of these 5 people is the former Governor of Indiana
Deep red Indiana voted for Trump by 15+ points but now they’re saying they “don’t have the votes” to redistrict 2 new GOP seats
Is the former Indiana Governor pulling strings?
Is he trying to backstab MAGA once again? pic.twitter.com/DeILOGpjje
— DC_Draino (@DC_Draino) October 22, 2025
This debacle illustrates a brutal reality: there are still too many establishment Republicans lurking just beneath the surface. These are the folks who bemoan “unity” in public but refuse to take action when it counts. They either don’t recognize or willfully ignore that mid-decade redistricting isn’t just a tool; it’s a weapon in the fight for America’s future. Look at Missouri and North Carolina, two states showing the way forward by embracing strategic redistricting. Their actions scream commitment to conservative principles and priorities.
We’ve witnessed the dangers of liberal gerrymandering, which has compromised political fairness for far too long. Trump’s success in Indiana is a mandate for bold action. Yet, some in the GOP hem and haw, more concerned with appeasing leftist talking points than securing a long-term conservative majority. Indiana has the numbers and the mandate. They should use both to change outdated redistricting laws that only embolden Democrats and their anti-American agenda.
If Indiana Republicans fail to seize this moment, they betray not only President Trump but every Hoosier who voted for authentic leadership. The stakes are high; losing two seats could block Trump’s agenda and erode our freedoms. The real question isn’t whether these so-called conservatives will back a new map. It’s whether they’ll stop being their own worst enemy.
