The Source with Kaitlan Collins Indiana Republicans Defy Trump, Reject Redistricting Push
Dec 12, 2025
Daniel Dale, a journalist and fact-checker renowned for his analysis of inflation claims, joins Dan Goldman, a Democratic congressman and commentator. They dive into Indiana Republicans' surprising rejection of Trump's redistricting push, the backlash from the White House, and the implications for party dynamics. Dale explains the misleading aspects of annualized inflation metrics, while Goldman critiques the administration's messaging, arguing it ignores the real economic struggles faced by voters.
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GOP Rejects Trump Redistricting Push
- Indiana Republicans rejected President Trump's redistricting push despite intense pressure and threats.
- The vote was bipartisan within the GOP and represented a major defeat for Trump's midterm strategy.
Threats Follow No Votes
- Senator Mike Bohacek said some colleagues received death threats for opposing redistricting.
- He described the pressure as mean-spirited and said Hoosiers wouldn't change minds by being mean.
Bullying Tactics Can Backfire
- The White House and conservative groups used public threats and primary warnings to influence state senators.
- Those tactics backfired in Indiana, where officials resisted external bullying.