Bulwark Takes BREAKING: GOP-Controlled Indiana REJECTS Trump's New Map (w/ Adam Wren)
Dec 12, 2025
In this conversation, Adam Wren, a seasoned Politico reporter covering Indiana state politics, reveals how Indiana Republicans bucked Trump's redistricting plan with a surprising 31-19 vote. He shares insights from the intense final day at the Statehouse, detailing intimidation tactics used against lawmakers. The discussion dives into the implications of this defiance on Trump’s influence and the conservative ethos in Indiana. The hosts explore potential fallout, including primary challenges and retirements, and question whether Democrats might take a more conciliatory approach to redistricting.
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Decisive Rebuke To White House Redistricting Push
- Indiana Senate Republicans voted 31-19 to reject the White House-backed redistricting plan.
- Adam Wren frames this as a significant rebuke to Trump, J.D. Vance, and Speaker Mike Johnson.
Threats And Intimidation Against Senators
- Senators reported receiving explicit threats including pipe bombs and unsolicited Domino's pizza orders.
- Lawmakers told Adam Wren they feared for their lives but voted to ignore the intimidation.
Veiled Federal Funding Threats
- The pressure campaign included veiled threats about withholding federal funds and grants.
- Adam Wren describes visits and briefings that implicitly signaled financial leverage over Indiana senators.