A Message from the Chairwoman

Time is Running Out! and Thank You!

Friends,

We are just TWO WEEKS AWAY from our Congress of Counties event on February 23rd and 24th. We invite you all to join us in this opportunity to network with other Republicans and learn valuable information on party building and winning elections. 2024 is already flying by and time is running out to RSVP. The deadline to register is February 19th by 5:00 pm, which is only 10 days away! Spread the word to anyone that wants to get involved, so they can join in the fun before time runs out.

We would also like to take a second to say THANK YOU!! To all who signed up to run for Precinct Committeemen and State Delegate, we greatly appreciate it and don’t take for granted your commitment and dedication. We understand that for our party to continue to grow and win, we need our grassroots to be stronger than ever. It is going to take all of us to work together to continue to take Indiana to the next level.

Thank you for all that you do.

Chairwoman Anne F. Hathaway

Governor Eric Holcomb's Week in Review

Gov. Holcomb Joins Other GOP Governors at Southern Border and Sends IN National Guard

Governor Eric Holcomb joined Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and 13 other GOP governors at the Southern border to express their concerns with the Federal Government's handling of the border situation. Today, Gov. Holcomb announced that he is directing the Indiana National Guard to send 50 Hoosier Guardsmen to support the Texas border security mission.

What he’s saying: “I’m proud to join so many fellow governors in support Governor Abbott and appreciate receiving an up to date, real time, on the ground detailed briefing from those on the front lines who see this humanitarian crisis up close and person stationed along the border",

Gov. Holcomb said in a press release.

Additionally, Gov. Holcomb said: “Federal negligence enforcing immigration law and the failure to secure our country’s border jeopardizes national and economic security, affecting every state, including Indiana...We’ve worked too hard in Indiana attacking the drug epidemic for more Hoosier lives to be put at risk by a constant supply of killer drugs spilled over an open U.S. border. The only way to resolve this is to stop the historically high flow of illegal immigrants crossing the border”, in a press release sent out this morning.

What else happened this week? Gov. Holcomb announced an additional $6.9 million in employer-sponsored child care grants to an additional 22 businesses, community groups and school corporations, bringing the total invested to $25 million.

To stay up-to-date, follow Gov. Holcomb on Facebook or Twitter.

The Biden Border Crisis

The current Biden border crisis does not stop at the border. Republicans know that the border crisis is a national issue for all 50 states. The surge in illegal border crossings intensifies the flow of illicit drugs, particularly deadly substances like fentanyl, into our state.

How did we get here?

In Biden's first 100 days, he took over 94 executive actions on immigration, including stopping border wall construction and ending the "Remain in Mexico" policy.
Over 8.7 million illegal immigrants have crossed the border during Biden's presidency—more than Indiana's entire population!

Current situation at the southern border:

Only 5-10% of illicit drugs get intercepted at the border.
Seized fentanyl in December alone = 260M lethal doses.
34 consecutive months of rising monthly encounters.
December saw 302,034 illegal immigration attempts, a record high.
169 terror watchlist encounters in FY 2023, also a record.

Fentanyl is now the leading cause of death for Americans ages 18-45, with a 94% increase in number of deaths by Fentanyl!

71% of all Indiana overdose deaths from 2021-2022 were from synthetic opioids, like fentanyl, which are mainly manufactured outside of the U.S.

Hoosier Republicans are doing everything in their power to fix this issue brought on by Biden and the Democrats in Washington. Biden refuses to enforce our nation's laws at the border, so Hoosier Republicans are taking on the responsibility. Governor Holcomb is sending in the Indiana National Guard, and multiple Republican members of Congress from Indiana have gone to the Southern Border and heard from the border agents, face to face.

Democrats aren't going to help Indiana. We have a huge fentanyl problem, and only Republicans are working to stop it. We need to elect Republicans up and down the ballot to protect our interests at home.

2024 Republican National Convention Internship Program

Applications are open for the 2024 Republican National Convention Internship Program! The Committee on Arrangements (“COA”) plans for and manages the Republican National Convention. See the one pager with more information above.

To apply for the COA Internship Program, please submit the following:

RNC Internship Application. Please include your Resume and Personal Statement with your submission on the application portal
Two Letters of Recommendation emailed to [email protected]

To ensure a timely review of your application all materials are due by March 31, 2024. The COA Internship Program is a structured, full-time, unpaid internship, and positions are limited. The COA Internship Program begins Thursday, June 6, 2024 and concludes Sunday, July 21, 2024. Hours of business are Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (days and hours subject to change at the discretion of COA or intern supervisors).

📱 News You Can Use

Governor Eric Holcomb joined the Association of Indiana Counties at their legislative conference.

Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch wore red last Friday to help raise awareness for heart disease.

Secretary Diego Morales delivered St. Joe $110,000 check for election improvement and explains how it will provide safe & secure elections.

Attorney General Todd Rokita commemorated the life of Toby Keith with a tweet on X.

Treasurer Daniel Elliot spoke to a group of homeschooled students who attended TeenPact Leadership School's four day class.

Comptroller Elise Nieshalla showcased two pieces of art work created by two individuals part of the Hoosier Women's Artist Program.

Senator Mike Braun highlighted the actions of the Biden administration that opened the border.

Senator Todd Young met with members of Indiana's National Guard in Washington D.C.

Congressman Rudy Yakym visited with manufacturers in his district.

Congressman Jim Banks highlighted problems at the southern border.

Congressman Jim Baird attended the Purdue Ag Alumni Fish fry and discussed questions facing Hoosier farmers.

Congresswoman Victoria Spartz met with Indiana Adjutant General Dale Lyles and other leaders in the National Guard to discuss support for service members.

Congressman Greg Pence celebrated National Women in Sports Day.

Congressman Larry Bucshon honored a fellow Republican in the U.S. House.

Congresswoman Erin Houchin met with the IU Southeast Chancellor, Debbie Ford.