Indiana Week in Review WFYI Public Media
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Hoosier Democrats, Republicans and insiders talk candidly about issues, the Indiana Statehouse and everything in between on Indiana Week In Review from WFYI Public Media. Join host Brandon Smith and political experts as they dive into the debates shaping Indiana. You'll get policy updates on policy, the state legislature and more, from the left, right and middle of the aisle.
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Todd Rokita Threatens to Sue Sanctuary Cities
Todd Rokita threatens to sue Gary, East Chicago, West Lafayette and Monroe County over “sanctuary city” ban. All three gubernatorial candidates agree to a televised debate. Rokita weighs in on Indianapolis’ controversial soccer stadium plans.
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Donald J. Trump Found Guilty of 34 Charges
Donald Trump found guilty in the New York business records case. A court hears final arguments on Indiana’s near-total abortion ban. Indiana spends nearly half a billion dollars on private schools through the voucher program, even though nearly 70% of students have no record of attending an Indiana public school. May 31, 2024
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Families of Medically Complex Children Sue
Families of medically complex children sue the FSSA to stop Medicaid changes that would impact their ability to provide care. Literacy training requirements for teachers change after backlash from educators. All counties in Indiana opt into the state public health initiative to address immunizations, chronic disease prevention, and maternal and child health issues. May 24, 2024
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The ACLU of Indiana Sues Purdue University
The ACLU sues Purdue University’s board of trustees over a new state law impacting tenure. Jim Banks attends a Mar-A-Lago fundraising lunch for Donald Trump that was largely viewed as an audition for potential running mates. A look ahead at this summer’s legislative study committees, who will be looking into issues ranging from school absenteeism to homeowners associations. May 17, 2024
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Mike Braun Wins the GOP Gubernatorial Primary
Mike Braun wins the GOP gubernatorial primary and names political newcomer Julie McGuire as his running mate. Democrat Valerie McCray becomes the first Black woman to be a nominee for U.S. Senate in Indiana history.
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Protests at IU Over Israel’s War in Gaza
Indiana University students protest Israel’s war in Gaza. Marijuana reclassification plans put pressure on the Indiana General Assembly to legalize use. A grassroots organization meets with the FSSA and Governor Holcomb over planned Medicaid cutbacks.