Not the practice scrimmages during the primary and convention. But all evidence now suggests that a large number of Democrats and Republicans would rather win in May and June and then suffer for four years after November than accept basic realities. The most recent example of this is the bickering following the Democrats’ nomination of Beau Bayh as their candidate …
By Marilyn OdendahlThe Indiana CitizenJune 5, 2026 Despite reports of increased traffic during the early-voting period, the turnout for Indiana’s May primary could still be described with same word used to characterize other primaries conducted in recent years – abysmal. Indiana recorded a statewide turnout for theMay 5 primaryof 17%. That equals the 17% of registered voters who cast a …
Source: N/A / Diego for Indiana Republican Delegates Just Say No To FN Diego. Electing Diego Morales as Secretary of State risks losing that position to Democrat Beau Bayh. Fake News Diego, shortened to FN Diego to keep it simple Laura Loomer Exposing Diego Morales Diego Morales Bad For The Republican Brand Once Again Something Odd And Strange With Diego …
View Larger Image INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales provides an update on several key election administration activities following Indiana’s 2026 Primary Election, announcing final election results, upcoming voter registration efforts, recount proceedings, post-election audits, and election security initiatives. Primary Election results are now official (as of noon 5/18/2026) with Democratic and Republican Party candidates officially elected to …
Title: Banks staffer Engling says decision on secretary of state’s race came quickly URL Source: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/06/03/banks-staffer-engling-says-decision-on-secretary-of-states-race-came-quickly/ Published Time: 2026-06-03T09:00:50+00:00 Markdown Content: As concerns spread this spring among Republican activists about the reelection prospects for Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales, Max Engling says he started to be asked about jumping into the race. He had spent the past year-plus as …
This story wasoriginally publishedby the Indiana Capital Chronicle. By Mackenzi Klemann and Casey SmithIndiana Capital ChronicleJune 1, 2026 As Indiana Democrats prepare to gather for the party’s convention Saturday, delegates will decide whether a familiar political name or a progressive challenger is best positioned to flip one of Indiana’s most contested statewide offices. The two-candidate race pits Beau Bayh — …
Source: Madelyn Hanes/Indiana Capital Chronicle / Madelyn Hanes/Indiana Capital Chronicle, WISH-TV Newly obtained state records are raising additional questions about spending decisions made by Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales as he seeks renomination at the Indiana Republican Party convention on June 20. Records reviewed by the Indiana Capital Chronicle show Morales’ office paid $90,000 on May 6 to Maverick …
Skip to content Witnesses say they feared another deadly crash downtown before hit-and-run killed man People who live and work near the site of a deadly hit-and-run in downtown Fort Wayne say they were not surprised to hear about Sunday night’s deadly hit-and-run, and worry it will happen again. Weather Forecast First Alert Forecast: Lows could tumble into the 30s …
Title: New records spotlight $90K restitution fund payment to donor, nearly $500K in raises under Morales URL Source: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/05/29/new-records-spotlight-questionable-90k-restitution-fund-payment-to-donor-nearly-500k-in-raises-under-morales/ Published Time: 2026-05-29T09:00:28+00:00 Markdown Content: As Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales faces mounting criticism and political pressure, newly obtained state records raise further questions about a recent payment to a software contractor and nearly half a million dollars in staff …
Title: It’s a new race for secretary of state URL Source: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/05/29/its-a-new-race-for-indiana-secretary-of-state/ Published Time: 2026-05-29T09:00:34+00:00 Markdown Content: They say a lot can happen in an Indiana week. Turns out a lot can happen in an Indiana day. Within a 24-hour period last week, the landscape of the Indiana secretary of state’s race dramatically shifted for both Republicans and Democrats The …
This story wasoriginally publishedby the Indiana Capital Chronicle. By Casey SmithIndiana Capital ChronicleMay 29, 2026 As Indiana Secretary of State Diego Moralesfaces mounting criticism and political pressure, newly obtained state records raise further questions about a recent payment to a software contractor and nearly half a million dollars in staff salary increases. The records obtained by the Indiana Capital Chronicle …
RHODE ISLAND – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales attended this year’s International Association of Commercial Administrators (IACA) Conference. The event brings together business and government leaders from across the United States and abroad to strengthen commercial administration and modernize business services. The IACA Conference provides an international platform for collaboration among secretaries of state, corporation registrars, and commercial administrators …
Katz says Morales should not be re-elected, citing concerns about his oversight of trucking companies. Katz agrees with Justices Thomas and Alito that the Supreme Court was wrong not to hear a case on undocumented immigrants getting commercial driver's licenses. Katz welcomes Reitenour's challenge to Morales and looks forward to further discussion on the issues. Source: Madelyn Hanes/Indiana Capital Chronicle …
This column wasoriginally publishedby TheStatehouseFile.com. By John KrullTheStatehouseFile.comMay 25, 2026 Embattled Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales, committed scammer and scalawag that he is, has decided not to exit the political stage quietly or nicely. At a Bartholomew County Republican Party breakfast, Morales, a Republican, accused Indiana State Treasurer Daniel Elliot, also a Republican, of being a bigot. That’s because …
By Marilyn OdendahlThe Indiana CitizenMay 26, 2026 Within hours of being appointed as the new recount director, Indianapolis attorney Evan Norris issued orders granting the verified petitions for recounts filed in three contested Republican primaries and scheduling the pre-recount inspections. The inspections will focus on narrowing the issues and election materials that are disputed, so the recount process can be …
Skip to main content Monday, October 5, 2026 47 ° Clear Forecast Continuously serving Kosciusko County since 1854 Advanced search Supports Diego Morales Posted Tuesday, May 26, 2026 12:00 am Editor, Times-Union: I am writing today to ask my fellow delegates to reelect Diego Morales for Indiana Secretary of State. As Indiana’s chief election officer, he made Indiana the 7th …
Title: Morales lashes back over loss of Indiana secretary of state race support URL Source: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/05/26/morales-lashes-back-over-loss-of-indiana-secretary-of-state-race-support/ Published Time: 2026-05-26T18:30:35+00:00 Markdown Content: Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales struck back Tuesday at a fellow Republican officeholder who has called for Morales to resign. Morales has lost campaign supporters and staff in his reelection bid since a top aide to U.S. Sen. …
Morales' tendency to label opponents as 'fake news' and refuse media questions is unacceptable for a public official. Katz questions Morales' qualifications, citing his 'hubris, attitude, and failed staff' as contributing to his downfall. Katz argues Morales' team's accusation of racism against critics is telling of the kind of person he is. Source: Madelyn Hanes/Indiana Capital Chronicle / Madelyn Hanes/Indiana …
Source: Madelyn Hanes/Indiana Capital Chronicle INDIANAPOLIS–Secretary of State Diego Morales released a statement on Tuesday morning about the status of one of his former staff members. Elina Kupce resigned from her position as deputy of chief of staff from Morales’ office on April 29, 2026. She had been employed with the Secretary of State since October of 2023. Court documents …
Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales says he is not ending his reelection campaign despite losing support of two big Republican allies. Attorney General Todd Rokita and U.S. Senator Jim Banks both pulled their support of Morales Thursday, saying they don’t think he is the Republican Party’s strongest candidate. Morales says the decision of who will be the GOP nominee …
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Title: GOP state official calls for Diego Morales to resign immediately amid mounting criticism URL Source: https://www.indystar.com/story/news/politics/2026/05/22/daniel-elliott-joins-state-gop-officials-pulling-diego-morales-support/90212484007/ Published Time: 2026-05-22T12:46:31Z Warning: This page maybe not yet fully loaded, consider explicitly specify a timeout. Markdown Content: POLITICS Heather BushmanKayla Dwyer Indianapolis Star Updated May 22, 2026, 9:15 a.m. ET Another state Republican Party leader is publicly pulling support for Indiana Secretary …
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It happens when the German commander orders Claude Rains’ Vichy French police captain to close the nightclub run by Humphrey Bogart’s character. When Rains is challenged on the pretext for shutting the place down, he proclaims loudly and emphatically that he is shocked, shocked, SHOCKED to discover that there’s been gambling going on at the club—right before he pockets his …
Source: Tom Williams / Getty Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales says he will remain in the race for reelection despite losing support from several prominent Indiana Republicans ahead of next month’s Indiana Republican State Convention. In a statement Thursday, Morales said Republican delegates — not party leaders — should decide the GOP nominee for secretary of state. “Delegates will …
Source: Judge gavel, scales of justice and law books in court NEW CASTLE, Ind. — A Henry County political candidate is taking his fight to the highest levels of Indiana’s election oversight, leveling sharp accusations of unauthorized enforcement, selective bias, and political interference against local officials. The escalation follows more than a month of silence from Indiana Secretary of State …
Engling aims to ensure non-citizens cannot vote and create a business-friendly environment for Indiana's economic growth. Engling emphasizes the importance of election security and accountable government to delegates ahead of the state convention. Engling believes he is the best candidate to win in November and prevent Indiana from shifting in a direction it does not want to go. Source: Max …
Morales' candidacy seen as damaging the Republican brand, leading to calls for him to withdraw Party insiders and delegates will decide the GOP nominee, with Engling emerging as an alternative Timing of endorsements for Engling suggests a strategic move to avoid primary damage to the party Source: N/A / Diego for Indiana Diego Morales Bad For The Republican Brand The …
Title: Braun says he’s neutral in turbulent GOP Indiana secretary of state race URL Source: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/05/22/braun-says-hes-neutral-in-turbulent-gop-indiana-secretary-of-state-race/ Published Time: 2026-05-22T15:30:15+00:00 Markdown Content: Indiana Gov. Mike Braun on Friday declined to join a growing list of top Hoosier Republicans calling for Secretary of State Diego Morales to suspend his reelection bid. The governor emphasized that he “never” endorsed Morales or any other …
(Photo supplied/Diego Morales) Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales says he is not ending his reelection campaign despite losing support of two big Republican allies. Attorney General Todd Rokita and U.S. Senator Jim Banks both pulled their support of Morales on Thursday, saying they don’t think he is the Republican Party’s strongest candidate. Morales says the decision of who will …
INDIANAPOLIS, IND. (WOWO) Republican Indiana Secretary of State candidate Max Engling said Thursday that his entry into the race is focused on securing support from Republican convention delegates and strengthening election administration priorities, during an interview on Fort Wayne’s Morning News with Kayla Blakeslee , broadcast from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during Carb Day 2026. Engling’s appearance came amid recent …
INDIANAPOLIS, IND. (WOWO) Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith said Thursday that Indiana Republicans should focus on delegate-driven decision-making ahead of the state party convention, while addressing recent political shifts in the Indiana secretary of state race, during an interview on Fort Wayne’s Morning News with Kayla Blakeslee , broadcast live from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during Carb Day 2026. Beckwith’s appearance …
Diego Morales. Courtesy of Diego Morales The Lead Off Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales remains in the GOP race despite losing key endorsements. U.S. Sen. Jim Banks and Attorney General Todd Rokita now support Max Engling. Morales says Republican convention delegates, not party leaders, should choose the nominee. INDIANAPOLIS, IND. (WOWO) — The Indiana Capital Chronicle reports that Indiana …
Indiana News A former Republican candidate for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives has announced he’s running for Secretary of State. Max Engling lives in Hamilton County and is a senior advisor to Indiana Republican Senator Jim Banks. “Max Engling is a key member of my team and will make a great Secretary of State,” Banks said in …
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Title: For Republicans, Diego Morales became even worse than corrupt | Opinion URL Source: https://www.indystar.com/story/opinion/columnists/james-briggs/2026/05/21/diego-morales-jim-banks-max-engling-beau-bayh-greg-ballard-secretary-state/90197171007/ Published Time: 2026-05-21T19:46:19Z Markdown Content: JAMES BRIGGS ## Sen. Jim Banks endorsed Morales months ago. Now he's backing someone else. What changed? James Briggs Indianapolis Star Updated May 21, 2026, 4:32 p.m. ET Indiana Republicans stood by Diego Morales through sexual assault accusations from two …
Indiana AG, U.S. Senator withdraw support of current Secretary of State, Diego Morales by WSBT 22 Thu, May 21, 2026 at 11:33 AM Updated Thu, May 21, 2026 at 12:33 PM Todd Rokita and Jim Banks topics: Indiana Secretary State Diego Morales Max Engling Jim Banks Todd Rokita Elections INDIANA (WSBT) — Two prominent Republican leaders in Indiana have pulled …
Title: WSBT-TV URL Source: https://www.facebook.com/WSBTNews/posts/two-prominent-republican-leaders-in-indiana-have-pulled-their-in-endorsement-of-/1447843500720951/ Markdown Content: Log In Log In Forgot Account? ## WSBT-TV's Post * * * Online status indicator Active ### **WSBT-TV** May 21 · Two prominent Republican leaders in Indiana have pulled their in endorsement of current Secretary of State, Diego Morales. [](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3PWxLVU&h=AUA2GZFhqV-YXPGux2r6mflKpmO0UMZcf2zGWjFtdQ9dEJAXmicQaOrTiDl6dAhw5-Bj1DsluauQlm0uEg5Qyk_kDJIYcCNV921Ujxi7OcfY2PFzPbwukovo07UbPRvzoqwPLXe1SL07824ajLOhH7GP&__tn__=H-R&c[0]=AUAHOaw8ZK4-_5qe8xZby0MfvX8IvovZu5LvmuXqnyc1dUBDLB2UvCyT5jbXgykI0fEKxZqQfSEnehoRwImYgULpS-Dtib5LP0WhmxSfEf_rjsy-K-cp8oR5o9wzTDFRgQa-3kYNdYOxv8A4VzvbSdWP2LHzW5ppA55lpPD7QCm7XZa3J_1nso2VpUm5Lm4) wsbt.com Indiana AG, U.S. Senator withdraw support of current Secretary of State, Diego …
(Indiana) **BELOW IS THE FULL STATEMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL TODD ROKITA AND SENATOR JIM BANKS REGARDING SECRETARY OF STATE DIEGO MORALES. NO ALTERATIONS OR EDITING HAVE BEEN DONE. Banks, Rokita Statements on Indiana Secretary of State Race Fort Wayne, Indiana – With Max Engling officially qualifying to serve as Indiana’s next Secretary of State, U.S. Senator Jim Banks and Attorney …
Source: Ryan Hedrick / WIBC Radio STATEWIDE — Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita says he asked Secretary of State Diego Morales to drop out of the race during a meeting Thursday. Rokita says he believes Morales has made what he calls “self-inflicted wounds” that could hurt his reelection chances. “I like Diego, I consider him a good friend,” Rokita said. …
Morales' hiring of his brother-in-law has raised ethical concerns among critics. Morales' deputy chief of staff was accused of not being a U.S. citizen, damaging his leadership. Candidate Max Engling's entry into the race is putting pressure on Morales to step aside. Source: Madelyn Hanes/Indiana Capital Chronicle / Madelyn Hanes/Indiana Capital Chronicle, WISH-TV Disaster Diego Needs To Drop Out Is …
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is staying in the race and leaving his future up to the delegates at next month’s Indiana Republican State Convention. Morales, who on Thursday lost the endorsements of prominent Indiana Republicans, including U.S. Sen. Jim Banks and Attorney General Todd Rokita, said in a statement that he looks forward to the …
Home State & National News GOP secretary of state race scrambled as U.S. Sen. Banks’ staffer enters Google+ By TOM DAVIES Indiana Capital Chronicle A staffer to U.S. Sen. Jim Banks joined the Republican Indiana secretary of state race Wednesday, possibly complicating incumbent Diego Morales’ reelection bid. Max Engling filed paperwork with the Indiana Republican Party as the fourth candidate …
INDIANAPOLIS (WRTV) — Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is staying in the race and leaving his future up to the delegates at next month’s Indiana Republican State Convention. Morales, who on Thursday lost the endorsements of prominent Indiana Republicans, including U.S. Sen. Jim Banks and Attorney General Todd Rokita, said in a statement that he looks forward to the …
This story wasoriginally publishedby the Indiana Capital Chronicle. By Tom DaviesIndiana Capital ChronicleMay 20, 2026 A staffer to U.S. Sen. Jim Banks joined the Republican Indiana secretary of state race Wednesday, possibly complicating incumbent Diego Morales’ reelection bid. Max Engling filed paperwork with the Indiana Republican Party as the fourth candidate for the nomination that will be decided June 20 …
Title: Secretary of State Diego Morales gets last-minute challenger URL Source: https://www.indystar.com/story/news/politics/2026/05/20/rep-andrew-ireland-weighs-secretary-of-state-challenge-to-diego-morales/90174980007/ Published Time: 2026-05-20T14:22:06Z Markdown Content: Updated May 20, 2026, 1:42 p.m. ET **_Update 1:40 p.m. May 20:_** State Rep. Andrew Ireland posted on X that instead of running for secretary of state himself, he will support Max Engling. **_Original story:_** Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is getting …
Title: GOP secretary of state race scrambled as US Sen. Banks’ staffer enters URL Source: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/05/20/gop-secretary-of-state-race-scrambled-as-us-sen-banks-staffer-enters/ Published Time: 2026-05-20T20:25:01+00:00 Markdown Content: A staffer to U.S. Sen. Jim Banks joined the Republican Indiana secretary of state race Wednesday, possibly complicating incumbent Diego Morales’ reelection bid. Max Engling filed paperwork with the Indiana Republican Party as the fourth candidate for the nomination …
Morales' spending and trips are 'odd and strange', and his chief of staff's salary raises concerns. Beau Bayh, though seen as an 'empty suit', is a dangerous candidate who will follow the Democratic Party's lead. Delegates should choose a candidate who can actually win the election, not Diego Morales. Source: N/A / Diego for Indiana Once Again Something Odd And …
Katz questions delegates' decision to support Morales, calling for a meaningful discussion on the issues. Katz criticizes Morales' elitism, lack of accountability, and questionable staff, warning of potential election loss. Katz urges delegates to think critically about their decision, focusing on facts over personal agendas. Source: N/A / Diego for Indiana Just Say No To Diego Tony Katz is calling …
There is no pretense to the man. Indiana’s scandal magnet of a secretary of state does not hide who he is. No, the first-term Republican is clearly, undisguisedly, blatantly not a public servant in any sense of the word. In fact, it seems clear that the public’s interest only figures into Morales’ machinations and calculations by accident. For him, the …
By Marilyn OdendahlThe Indiana CitizenMay 15, 2026 As the window for filing a recount petition opened with at least one race headed for review, the Indiana Recount Commission met Friday morning to prepare for the possibility the votes will need to be counted again in one or more of state’s May 5 primary races. Petitions for a recount in any …
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Secretary of State’s Office welcomed students, educators, and families from across the state to the Indiana Statehouse for the annual Indiana Stock Market Simulation Awards Ceremony, recognizing top-performing students who participated in the statewide investment education competition. The Indiana Stock Market Simulation is coordinated by the Indiana Council for Economic Education, Purdue University, through support provided …
By Marilyn OdendahlThe Indiana CitizenMay 14, 2026 A Democratic representative in the General Assembly is calling on Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales to recuse himself from any potential recount in the Republican primary race between state Sen. Spencer Deery, R-West Lafayette, and challenger Paula Copenhaver, who was endorsed by President Donald Trump. A spokeswoman for the Secretary of State’s …
Source: Madelyn Hanes/Indiana Capital Chronicle INDIANAPOLIS–Democratic State Rep. Ed Delaney (D-Indianapolis) is urging Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales to remove himself from any recount involving State Senator Spencer Deery (R-West Lafayette). As Indiana’s leading elections officer, Morales would chair the recount commission. Deery is already claiming victory over Paula Copenhaver despite the fact that the margin of votes separating …
WASHINGTON D.C. – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with federal officials and national leaders to discuss continued efforts to strengthen Indiana elections and maintain the state’s position as a national leader in election integrity. During his meetings, Secretary Morales highlighted Indiana’s strong election laws and continued collaboration with state and federal partners …
Title: Republicans will nominate Diego Morales again — scandals and all | Opinion URL Source: https://www.indystar.com/story/opinion/columnists/jacob-stewart/2026/04/23/indiana-republicans-renominate-morales-secretary-of-state/89725561007/ Published Time: 2026-04-23T09:30:41Z Warning: This page maybe not yet fully loaded, consider explicitly specify a timeout. Markdown Content: JACOB STEWART ## Republicans are troubled by Morales' scandals, but his work ethic, hardline politics and campaign cash make him their only option for a tough …
By Marilyn OdendahlThe Indiana CitizenApril 21, 2026 Saying voting rules cannot be altered this close to the election date, the 7thU.S. Circuit Court of Appeals stayed a district court’s preliminary injunction issued last week, so, once again, students at Indiana’s public universities can no longer use their school ID at the polls. The per curiam emergency ruling was issued Monday …
View Larger Image INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is recognizing April as Financial Literacy Month and announcing the launch of Indiana Money Quest IndianaMoneyQuest.gov , a new financial education program designed to help Hoosiers of all ages build stronger financial knowledge and skills. Financial literacy education is a key part of the Secretary of State’s Securities Division, …
By Marilyn OdendahlThe Indiana CitizenApril 17, 2026 Greg Ballard’s campaign is blaming Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales for a missed deadline that forced the campaign to publicly announce its fundraising totals in a press release, rather than filing a first-quarter finance report through the online portal at the Indiana Election Division. Ballard, a former Republican Indianapolis mayor, is running …
By Marilyn OdendahlThe Indiana CitizenApril 15, 2026 Brad King, Republican co-director of the Indiana Election Division, and Valeria Warycha, Republican co-general counsel of the Indiana Election Division, have submitted their resignations, effective at 8 a.m. May 6, the day after the Indiana Primary. Together, King and Warycha have decades of experience in election administration. King started his career in election …
Secretary of State Diego Morales talk to precinct workers ahead of the May Primary Election. Photo provided / Secretary of State Diego Morales’ office MUNCIE – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is reminding Hoosiers that early voting is now underway. Beginning April 7, eligible voters across Indiana began taking advantage of in-person absentee voting at designated locations in their …
Waynedale Political Commentaries April 14, 2026 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read 2803 Views Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is reminding Hoosiers that early voting is now underway. Beginning April 7, eligible voters across Indiana can take advantage of in-person absentee voting at designated locations in their county. Early voting allows Hoosiers to avoid long lines, accommodate busy …
View Larger Image Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is reminding Hoosiers that early voting is now underway. Eligible voters across Indiana can take advantage of in-person absentee voting at designated locations in their county. Early voting allows Hoosiers to avoid long lines, accommodate busy schedules, and ensure their voices are heard. “As a naturalized citizen and Indiana’s Chief Election …
Staff ReportThe Indiana CitizenApril 8, 2026 Early voting for the 2026 primary election has started in Indiana and will continue through noon on May 4. Eligible voters can vote early at their county election office or other satellite locations on designated days during designated hours. Hoosiers should check with theirlocal county election officefor specific early voting times and locations. To …
By Marilyn OdendahlThe Indiana CitizenApril 2, 2026 As the April 6 deadline for registering to vote approaches, the League of Women Voters of Indiana is not only encouraging Hoosiers to get on the voter roll but also advising those who are registered and have cast a ballot in recent elections to double-check their status. “I’m telling everybody to check, because …
Title: Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is everywhere | Opinion URL Source: https://www.southbendtribune.com/story/opinion/columns/2026/03/30/indiana-secretary-of-state-diego-morales-is-everywhere-opinion/89300500007/ Published Time: 2026-03-30T09:33:18Z Warning: This page maybe not yet fully loaded, consider explicitly specify a timeout. Markdown Content: March 30, 2026, 5:33 a.m. ET INDIANAPOLIS — For more than a generation, Hoosier parents have delighted their children in searching for a smiling, bespectacled boy wearing a …
Title: Indiana AG pushes back against court effort to halt student ID voting ban before 2026 election URL Source: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/03/11/indiana-ag-pushes-back-against-court-effort-to-halt-student-id-voting-ban-before-2026-election/ Published Time: 2026-03-11T11:00:27+00:00 Markdown Content: State attorneys are urging a federal judge to reject a request to block Indiana’s ban on using college identification cards to vote, arguing in new court filings that the law does not target young voters …
Statewide Secretary of state sends every registered Indiana voters' personal information to federal government By Brandon Smith Published September 12, 2025 at 12:00 AM EDT Brandon Smith / IPB News Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales said his office complied with a letter from the Trump administration and provided the personal information of the state's registered voters — nearly 5 …
