On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Israel's consul general to the Midwest talks exclusively with News 8 about the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza and the prospects for a long-term ceasefire. Elad Strohmayer explains what he thinks it will take to ensure Hamas released the remains of dead hostages and what the role of a small number of U.S. troops will be in the peacekeeping stage.

President Donald Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, urges state lawmakers to pass a sweeping state-level immigration enforcement bill. All INdiana Politics explains what the measure could entail.

News 8's Garrett Bergquist brings in two members of Indiana's best political team, Republican Whitley Yates and Democrat Lindsay Haake, to discuss a proposed utility rate settlement between the city of Indianapolis and AES Indiana, Homan's visit and the potential impact of layoffs at the U.S. Department of Education on students with disabilities.

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On this edition of “All INdiana Politics,” The state’s top economic development leadership on Wednesday voted to release a long-awaited audit once a final legal review is complete.

The leader of a new organization focused on independent candidates said voters need to know they have options besides the Republican and Democratic parties.

News 8’s Phil Sanchez brings in two members of Indiana’s best political team, Democrat Dana Black and Republican Ali Bartlett, to discuss lessons for future data center projects and what to look for in the Indiana Economic Development Corporation audit.

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On this edition of “All INdiana Politics,” Gov. Mike Braun on Tuesday said a special session to redraw Indiana’s congressional map is “increasingly likely.”

Pete Buttigieg, a former U.S. secretary of transportation and South Bend mayor, said Thursday that redrawing Indiana’s congressional districts midcycle would mean Republican lawmakers would decide the results of the election.

News 8’s Phil Sanchez brings in two members of Indiana’s best political team, Democrat Lindsay Haake and Republican Whitley Yates, to discuss legislative support for redistricting and the likelihood of a special session.

Indiana’s secretary of education said families can expect closer cooperation than ever between K-12 and higher education.

The All INdiana Politics panel discusses Charlie Kirk comments and free speech, state officials cutting child care voucher rates, and the State Budget Committee approving upgrades at the Miami Correctional facility for ICE detainees.

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Congressman Frank Mrvan tells WISH-TV Government Reporter Garrett Bergquist he won't allow talk of redistricting to affect his work, including with members of the other party. Mrvan is one of two Indiana Democrats in Congress. His district covers Lake and Porter counties, along with part of La Porte County.

Mrvan's district is by far the most competitive in Indiana and has long been a Republican target. He spoke at a rally at the Statehouse last month protesting Vice President JD Vance's visit.

Mrvan and I talked about redistricting and the impact of President Trump's trade policies on his district. We began, though, with the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which happened the day before.

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On this edition of “All INdiana Politics,” Indiana Democrats are considering litigation if Republicans attempt to redraw the state’s congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. 

Central Indiana mayors told News 8 they will do everything they can to avoid laying off city employees as property tax revenues drop.

Two members of Indiana’s best political team, Democrat Kip Tew and Republican Tom John, on Friday said numbers showing falling crime in Indianapolis are laudable, though perception will take time to catch up.

The panel also discussed the proposed Google data center facing opposition from Indianapolis City-County councilors.

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On this edition of "All INdiana Politics," Congressman Jim Baird said migration since 2020 makes it necessary for state lawmakers to redraw Indiana’s Congressional map ahead of the 2026 midterms.

City and school leaders in Carmel on Thursday said they might have to cut some services due to changes in Indiana’s property tax system, though it’s too soon to say which ones.

News 8's Garrett Bergquist brings in two members of Indiana's best political team, Democrat Dana Black and Republican Ali Bartlett, to discuss lawmakers beginning to endorse redistricting, the impact of California's redistricting, the likelihood of a redistricting session, and the impact on future tax discussions.

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On this edition of “All INdiana Politics,” Israel’s ambassador to the United States told News 8 his country wants “security control” over Gaza, but not an occupation.

News 8’s Garrett Bergquist brings in two members of Indiana’s best political team, Democrat Lindsay Haake and Republican Whitley Yates, to discuss the Israeli ambassador’s visit to the United States, data centers drawing opposition, and Indiana GOP delegation backing a special session on redistricting.

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In an exclusive interview with All INdiana Politics, Israel's ambassador to the United States tells Garrett Bergquist that his country does not want to occupy Gaza long-term, but the Israeli government does want security control over Gaza.

Ambassador Michael Leiter visited Indiana on Aug. 17 and 18. Leiter was born and raised in Scranton, Pennsylvania before moving to Israel. His eldest son was killed in combat in Gaza in November of 2023.

During his visit, he stopped by our studios at News 8 to discuss Israel's postwar plans for Gaza and the hunger crisis there. We also talked about the death of a high-profile Al Jazeera journalist, the status of Iran's nuclear program and whether it's safe for Hoosiers to visit Israel.

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On this edition of “All INdiana Politics,” Indiana and Texas House Democrats on Wednesday called the latter state’s ongoing redistricting fight an issue with massive implications for the entire country.

Gov. Mike Braun said the federal government will pay Indiana for housing immigration detainees at the Miami Correctional Facility, though details are still being worked out.

Third-grade literacy rates saw the biggest jump in the state’s history of the IREAD assessment. It’s also the fourth year in a row rates climbed.

An Indianapolis leader answered questions about why a homeless encampment in Fountain Square hasn’t been cleared.

News 8’s Phil Sanchez brings in two members of Indiana’s best political team, Democrat Lara Beck and Republican Mario Massillamany, to discuss the special redistricting session, the handling of the Fountain Square homeless camp, and more.

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On this edition of “All INdiana Politics,” Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Adams breaks down Gov. Braun’s plan to tailor economic development to each region across the state.

Later, News 8’s Garrett Bergquist discusses the announcement from EPA officials who say they plan to repeal a major Obama-era rule on greenhouse gases from tailpipes. If finalized, the move would amount to the largest deregulatory action in the history of the United States.

Finally, News 8’s Phil Sanchez welcomes two members of Indiana’s best political team, Democrat Dana Black and Republican Tom John, who weigh in on Braun’s economic development plan and how the repeal of Obama’s greenhouse gas rule will effect in the country.

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