INDIANAPOLIS — Vice President JD Vance met with Governor Mike Braun on Friday to discuss redistricting.
"I want to thank VP J.D. Vance for visiting Indiana and taking the time to meet with me today," Braun wrote in an X post. "We discussed redistricting and the importance of ensuring fair representation for every Hoosier."
I want to thank @VP J.D. Vance for visiting Indiana and taking the time to meet with me today.
— Governor Mike Braun (@GovBraun) October 10, 2025
I appreciated the thoughtful discussion about how our state is serving Hoosiers through common-sense and strong leadership.
We discussed redistricting and the importance of ensuring…
Friday's visit was the second time Vance has paid a visit to meet with Indiana Republican leaders about redistricting. He previously met with Braun and legislative leaders on August 7. President Trump met with House Speaker Todd Huston and Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray at the White House on August 26.
JD Vance has arrived in Indiana for the second time. The presidential motorcade was seen pulling in to the state library. This is his second visit to the Hoosier state discuss redistricting, presumably. The whole visit has been very secretive. @wrtv pic.twitter.com/j8htGovZPY
— Meredith Hackler (@MhacklerTV) October 10, 2025
The White House has been pushing states to redraw congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. States like Texas and Missouri have already enacted new districts, while Indiana lawmakers have not taken action.
Republicans currently hold seven of Indiana's nine congressional seats. The state last redrew its congressional boundaries in 2021 following the census.
The filing deadline for 2026 candidates is February 6. Braun has said redistricting will likely happen but has not called a special session. Republicans hold supermajorities in both legislative chambers.
Braun said he appreciated the "thoughtful discussion" and looks forward to continuing the partnership with the vice president.
Democrats responded to Friday's meeting with a rally opposing the redistricting push. Watch live coverage:
Following the visit, Indiana Republican Party Chairwoman Lana Keesling issued this statement in favor of redistricting:
"Today, Governor Braun and legislative leaders had a productive meeting with Vice President J.D. Vance to discuss ensuring fair representation for Hoosiers. For too long, Democrats in states like Illinois have manipulated the system to their advantage. It’s time for Indiana Republicans to punch back and stand united to ensure Hoosiers have a fair voice in our nation’s capital."
