Indy Politics speaks with Evansville attorney Josh Claybourn  who was at the recent Supreme Court's hearing on tariffs.

Claybourn filed an amicus brief with the court where he argued against the President's unilateral authority to impose tariffs. He highlighted the constitutional issues, noting that the President's actions violate the separation of powers. Claybourn predicted that the tariffs are likely to be struck down due to statutory and constitutional problems.

He also touched on the potential refund process for illegally collected tariffs and the political implications of redistricting in Indiana, where some state senators oppose the changes.

As Indiana lawmakers mark the start of the 2026 session of the Indiana General Assembly, they could not avoid the 800-pound gorilla in the room: redistricing,

As Indiana lawmakers mark the start of the 2026 session of the Indiana General Assembly, they could not avoid the 800-pound gorilla in the room: redistricing,

As Indiana lawmakers mark the start of the 2026 session of the Indiana General Assembly, they could not avoid the 800-pound gorilla in the room: redistricing,

As Indiana lawmakers mark the start of the 2026 session of the Indiana General Assembly, they could not avoid the 800-pound gorilla in the room: redistricing,

As Indiana lawmakers mark the start of the 2026 session of the Indiana General Assembly, they could not avoid the 800-pound gorilla in the room: redistricing,

In this Org Day Preview edition of Indy Politics, we break down the big themes lawmakers are wrestling with heading into 2026 — from senator safety after a swatting incident, to the brewing fight over mid-decade redistricting, to the skyrocketing Medicaid budget that’s doubled in four years. We also look at Indiana’s long-term 2035 vision plan on workforce, infrastructure, affordability, and economic growth. A quick, sharp rundown of everything to watch before the gavel drops.

In this Org Day Preview edition of Indy Politics, we break down the big themes lawmakers are wrestling with heading into 2026 — from senator safety after a swatting incident, to the brewing fight over mid-decade redistricting, to the skyrocketing Medicaid budget that’s doubled in four years. We also look at Indiana’s long-term 2035 vision plan on workforce, infrastructure, affordability, and economic growth. A quick, sharp rundown of everything to watch before the gavel drops.

Indy Politics speaks with Ball State economist Michael Hicks, on the economic impact of the recent government shutdown, predicting a significant drop in job reports, with 100,000-150,000 fewer private jobs and 100,000-250,000 fewer public jobs.

He also  highlighted the ripple effects on critical government services, such as air traffic control, and the broader economic challenges, including tariffs and inflation.

Indy Politics poke with Shelby Roby-Terry, Chief Communications Officer for Indianapolis Public Schools, about how IPS is helping families affected by the government shutdown — from food pantries and community partnerships to making sure every family knows where to find support.