Skip to Content

A down-ballot candidate from the right throws a wrench into the Indiana governor’s race

KTVZ

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana is about as Republican as a state can be. Donald Trump won there by 16 points in 2020, and Indiana residents haven’t elected a statewide Democrat since 2012. But signs of concern have emerged late in the game for U.S. Sen. Mike Braun, the state’s Republican nominee for governor. Friction between Braun and his controversial running mate has given an unexpected boost to their underdog opponents with only about a week to go. Micah Beckwith is a pastor and self-proclaimed Christian nationalist who finessed his way onto next month’s ballot as the GOP candidate for lieutenant governor. His brand of conservatism has complicated the race by forcing Braun to discuss Beckwith’s views.

Article Topic Follows: AP National News

Jump to comments ↓

Associated Press

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KTVZ NewsChannel 21 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.

Skip to content