Trump's Indiana revenge tour sparks an ad avalanche: From the Politics Desk

Key Points:

• Indiana’s state Senate primaries have seen nearly $12 million in ad spending, a massive increase fueled by President Trump endorsing GOP challengers against incumbents who opposed his redistricting plan.
• Outside groups aligned with Trump’s candidates, including Hoosier Leadership for America and American Leadership PAC, have spent over $8 million combined on aggressive ads, while incumbents have spent $2.6 million defending their seats.
• The ads often use misleading attacks, such as accusing incumbents of being “soft on China” despite votes banning certain foreign ownership of farmland, highlighting the acrimonious nature of the primaries.
• The progressive wing of the Democratic Party is currently debating who will succeed Bernie Sanders’ mantle in the 2028 presidential race, with figures like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Rep. Ro Khanna considered potential leaders.
• Progressive groups and activists remain open-minded about candidates, emphasizing the possibility of surprises and noting AOC’s strong fundraising ability and popularity, though she has not yet decided on a presidential run.