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Trump Targets Indiana Senator Bray Over Redistricting Opposition

1/21/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump intensified his campaign against Indiana Senate Majority Leader Rod Bray after Bray opposed a congressional redistricting map, labeling Bray a 'total RINO' and vowing to work with David McIntosh to unseat him, while warning of consequences for opponents.
The Indiana Senate had voted against the map, which aimed to eliminate two Democratic districts.
Vice President JD Vance condemned Bray, arguing his inaction diminished Indiana Republicans compared with Democrats in Virginia.

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U.S. President Donald Trump intensified his campaign against Indiana Senate Majority Leader Rod Bray after Bray opposed a congressional redistricting map, labeling Bray a 'total RINO' and vowing to work with David McIntosh to unseat him, while warning of consequences for opponents.
The Indiana Senate had voted against the map, which aimed to eliminate two Democratic districts.
Vice President JD Vance condemned Bray, arguing his inaction diminished Indiana Republicans compared with Democrats in Virginia.