The federal shutdown threatens food programs, and states must use their own or simply let programs lapse. U.S. border czar Tom Homan visits the statehouse and praises partnerships between ICE and local law enforcement. Indiana University announces the end of all print editions of its student newspaper on the same day the university fires its Director of Student Media. Interim host Jon Schwantes is joined by Republican Chris Mitchem, Democrat Ann DeLaney, Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Jill Sheridan of WFYI News to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.

V.P. Vance returns to Indiana in a renewed push for Republican-favored redistricting. Governor Braun posts- then deletes- comments on social media blaming Indianapolis Democrats for crime in the city following Fox Sports analyst Mark Sanchez’s alleged attack. A long anticipated IEDC audit is released detailing various conflicts of interest and a lack of oversight. Interim host Jon Schwantes is joined by Republican Mike O’Brien, Democrat Ann DeLaney, Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Oseye Boyd of Mirror Indy to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.

The impact of the federal shutdown on Indiana’s 24,000 federal employees, most of whom work in law enforcement, transportation security, and veterans affairs. Health insurance costs for Hoosiers is set to nearly double without extended premium tax credits unless congress intervenes. Purdue University abruptly cancels their GEAR UP program aimed at low-income students. Interim host Jon Schwantes is joined by Republican Mike O’Brien, political strategist Elise Shrock, Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Jill Sheridan of WFYI to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.

A Ball State professor sues for wrongful termination on first amendment grounds after being fired over a private Facebook post calling Charlie Kirk’s death “a tragedy”, but also highlighting “violence, fear, and hatred he sowed”. NIPSCO proposes a solution to protect customers from data center rate hikes. Governor Braun to release the results of an audit of the IEDC. Host Brandon Smith is joined by Democrat Ann DeLaney, Republican Mike O’Brien, Jon Schwantes of Indiana Lawmakers, and Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.

Former South Bend Mayor and Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg joins hundreds of Hoosiers at the Indiana Statehouse to rally against redistricting. Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith calls for a moratorium on the state sales tax amid soaring utility bills. The Indiana Department of Corrections receives $16 million to convert the Miami facility for ICE use. Host Brandon Smith is joined by Republican Chris Mitchem, Democrat Ann DeLaney, Leslie Bonilla Muñiz of the Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Jon Schwantes of Indiana Lawmakers to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.

Indiana seeks a waiver to women and minority contracts rules requiring some federal highway funds to be paid to small businesses owned by “disadvantaged” people. Secretary of Public Safety Jennifer-Ruth Green resigns amid an ethics investigation for misuse of state resources and workplace misconduct. A new statewide campaign to encourage independent candidates for public office. Host Brandon Smith is joined by Democrat Ann DeLaney, Republican Joey Fox, Oseye Boyd of Mirror Indy, and Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.

Governor Braun appoints Abby Gray to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission. The FSSA cuts voucher reimbursement rates for child care and development to address a $225 million funding gap. Secretary of State Diego Morales is hosting a series of public meetings to discuss moving all municipal elections to mid-term or presidential election years. Host Brandon Smith is joined by Republican Mike O’Brien, Political Strategist Elise Shrock, Whitney Downard of the Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Jon Schwantes of Indiana Lawmakers to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.

Indiana Republicans visit the White House amid pressure from the Trump Administration on redistricting to eliminate Democratic seats. Education Secretary Katie Jenner to take on the duties of the Commissioner for Higher Education in addition to her current role. The U.S. Department of Justice requests Indiana’s voter information. Host Brandon Smith is joined by Democrat Ann DeLaney, Republican Chris Mitchem, Jon Schwantes of Indiana Lawmakers, and Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.

New Medicaid waiver limits threaten significant service cuts to those with disabilities. Indiana Lawmakers cut public funding from $100 million to just $40 million, leading health care leaders to issue a warning that the loss will impact health care costs and outcomes. Governor Braun has taken 11 helicopter rides home in 8 months, costing taxpayers $24,000. Host Brandon Smith is joined by Democrat Ann DeLaney, Republican Mike O’Brien, Jon Schwantes of Indiana Lawmakers, and Oseye Boyd of Mirror Indy to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.

Indiana State Representative Craig Haggard announces he will run for U.S. Congress, challenging incumbent Jim Baird. The pass rate for third grade reading exam scores jumps a statewide average of 5%, rebounding to the highest levels since before the pandemic. Indiana University President Pamela Whitten faces allegations of plagiarism in her doctoral dissertation. Host Brandon Smith is joined by Democrat Lindsay Haake, Republican Whitley Yates, Jon Schwantes of Indiana Lawmakers, and Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.