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Indiana GOP Proposes Controversial Redistricting Bill to Unseat Democrats

12/1/2025

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Republicans Redraw Maps

Indiana House Republicans introduced House Bill 1032 to redraw congressional maps and secure all nine U.S. House districts.
Currently, seven districts are Republican-held and two are Democratic.
The proposal would unseat Democratic Representatives André Carson and Frank Mrvan.
The bill would limit challenges by allowing only the Indiana Supreme Court to strike down maps.
The proposed map would alter Marion County boundaries, dividing the county among multiple districts.

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Bohacek Opposes Redistricting

Indiana Republican Senator Michael Bohacek opposes redistricting that benefits his party, citing U.S. President Donald Trump's ableist remarks.
Bohacek, whose daughter has Down syndrome, criticized the language and pledged to vote against the map changes.
Despite pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to back redistricting, state senate leaders say support is lacking.
Indiana's redistricting talks unfold amid partisan battles in Texas and California.

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Republicans Redraw Maps

Indiana House Republicans introduced House Bill 1032 to redraw congressional maps and secure all nine U.S. House districts.
Currently, seven districts are Republican-held and two are Democratic.
The proposal would unseat Democratic Representatives André Carson and Frank Mrvan.
The bill would limit challenges by allowing only the Indiana Supreme Court to strike down maps.
The proposed map would alter Marion County boundaries, dividing the county among multiple districts.

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