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Indiana Lawmakers Face Threats Amid Redistricting Tensions

11/22/2025

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Indiana Governor Mike Braun condemned threats against lawmakers, including a bomb threat targeting Republican Sen. Andy Zay's business.
Zay and other senators reported intimidation amid rising tensions over redistricting.
Swatting attempts have targeted at least four Republican lawmakers opposing the redistricting plan, prompting investigations by state and local police.
Bipartisan leaders in the Indiana House condemned the harassment as unacceptable, underscoring a troubling trend ahead of the 2026 elections.

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Indiana Governor Mike Braun condemned threats against lawmakers, including a bomb threat targeting Republican Sen. Andy Zay's business.
Zay and other senators reported intimidation amid rising tensions over redistricting.
Swatting attempts have targeted at least four Republican lawmakers opposing the redistricting plan, prompting investigations by state and local police.
Bipartisan leaders in the Indiana House condemned the harassment as unacceptable, underscoring a troubling trend ahead of the 2026 elections.