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Trustee Appointments and Statewide Engagement


John,



On Monday, Governor Braun made several new appointments and reappointments to
various state boards and commissions, including the Indiana University Board of
Trustees. Governor Braun appointed Sage Steele, James Bopp Jr., Brian Eagle,
and W. Quinn Buckner to the Indiana University Board of Trustees. These
appointments will not only keep our state's flagship university fiscally sound,
but help to ensure antisemitism, censorship, and radical leftwing ideologies
will no longer dictate university policy.



In addition to his Board of Trustees appointments, Governor Braun appointed
members to the following boards: All Payers Claims Data Base Advisory Board,
Board of Accountancy, Board of Proprietary Education, Coroners Training Board,

Indiana Board of Licensure for Professional Geologists, the Indiana Election
Commission, and the Ball State Board of Trustees.



This week, Governor Braun traveled across the state, emphasizing his
commitment to civic involvement, innovation, and economic growth. On Monday, he
spoke at the Scouting America Southern Indiana Distinguished Citizen Award
Luncheon in Borden, then welcomed international guests to Indianapolis for the
Global Entrepreneurship Congress, where he moderated the opening panel. On
Thursday, he participated in a fireside chat at the Innovation Showcase in
Indianapolis, followed by a ceremonial signing of SEA 520 in Fort Wayne with
Rep. Martin Carbaugh and Sen. Justin Busch. He ended the day with another
fireside chat at the Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Annual Meeting.



As Senator, Mike Braun made annual visits to every corner of our state, all 92
counties, and I am proud to join him in carrying on that tradition! I have
already had the opportunity to meet with grassroots leaders and everyday
Hoosiers from 42 of our incredible counties, and to see so much of our great
state along the way!



As always, thank you for being a part of our team. Please feel free to reach
out if there's anything I can assist with.







Lana Keesling, Indiana GOP Chairwoman


 

 


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Governor Braun Hosts Global Entrepreneurship Network Congress



Governor Braun welcomed Global Entrepreneurship Congress attendees from around
the world to Indiana’s capital city, where he moderated a panel featuring
leaders from some of the state’s most entrepreneurial companies.



"Companies like these are reinvesting in Indiana to create a lasting impact on
entrepreneurship, innovation, workforce and quality of life here in the Hoosier
state."

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Governor Braun Supports Scouting America



Governor Braun attended and spoke at the Scouting America Lincoln Heritage
Council Southern Indiana Distinguished Citizen Award Luncheon. The mission of
the Scouts has always been to give young people the skills, discipline, and
inclination to be active and responsible citizens, and that mission is as alive
and important as it has ever been.



"As an Eagle Scout, I always enjoy meeting the next generation of leaders."

- Governor Braun via X. <[link removed]>
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Governor Braun Appoints IU Trustees



Governor Braun recently appointed Sage Steele, James Bopp Jr., Brian Eagle,
and W. Quinn Buckner to serve on the Indiana University Board of Trustees. Sage
Steel is a former ESPN host and commentator. James Bopp Jr. is a conservative
lawyer formerly part of Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita's team. Brian
Eagle is an attorney, wealth consultant, and partner at his firm Eagle and
Fein, as well as a current member of the Central Indiana Community Foundation’s
Cornerstone Advisory Council.



"I am confident that these appointees, who are all Indiana University alumni,
will serve in the best interest of the university and will help guide IU in the
right direction as a premier flagship university in our state."

- Governor Braun via X. <[link removed]>


 
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LaPorte County Lincoln Day Dinner



Indianapolis GOP Club



Wayne County GOP



Henry County GOP

 

Chairwoman's County Visits: 42


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📱 News You Can Use


Governor Mike Braun appointed
<[link removed]> Sage Steele, James Bopp
Jr., Brian Eagle, and W. Quinn Buckner to serve on the IU Board of Trustees. He
alsoattended
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the Lincoln Heritage Council luncheon and moderated the operating panel at the
Global Entrepreneurship Congress.



Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith continued
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his town hall tour, which is part of an ongoing effort to engage with Hoosiers
on state policies and community concerns. Beckwith emphasized the importance of
transparency and civic engagement, stating that open dialogue between
government and the public is essential for effective governance.



Secretary Diego Morales gave
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for a 2025 National Election Conference, welcoming national election leaders
and emphasizing the importance of collaboration and shared learning.



Treasurer Daniel Elliott spoke
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terrorist attack in Boulder, Colorado, saying, "I am heartbroken over the
terrorist attack against peacefully assembled Jews and supporters of Israel in
Boulder. There can be no place for antisemitism in America or in the world. The
individual who did this attack should face justice for his heinous act."



Comptroller Elise Nieshalla continued
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her efforts to modernize the state office name and officeholder's title,
stating, "Today, Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 221 reached Gov. Mike Braun’s desk,
marking the culmination of a multiyear initiative to clarify the office’s name
and responsibilities for Indiana taxpayers."



Attorney General Todd Rokita secured
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a legal victory for Hoosiers, permanently banning robocall scammer John
Spiller from the telecom industry and ordering him to pay over $600,000 for
violating his 2023 court order. Spiller’s companies were behind billions of
illegal robocalls, including to numbers on the Do Not Call Registry. Rokita
called the ruling “a significant victory” in protecting Hoosiers from deceptive
and disruptive robocalls.



Senator Todd Young introduced
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, alongside Senator Ted Cruz, a resolution to designate June as “Life Month,”
commemorating the anniversary of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade. The
resolution honors the dignity of human life, supports pro-life advocates, and
urges continued resources to help women and families choose life. Senator Young
highlighted Indiana’s strong pro-life leadership and praised those providing
care to pregnant mothers and families in need.



Senator Jim Banks introduced
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the Visa Overstay Penalties Act to make visa overstays a criminal offense like
illegal border crossings. The bill proposes jail time of up to six months for
first offenses and up to two years for repeat violations, along with
significantly higher fines to address this national security threat.



Congressman Rudy Yakym introduced
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a resolution supporting June 2-8, 2025, as “National Trailer Safety Week.”
Yakym emphasized the importance of trailer safety, noting that northern Indiana
manufacturers produce a wide range of trailers. The resolution aims to promote
safe towing practices to help keep roads safer nationwide.



Congressman Marlin Stutzman led
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a letter urging the Department of Defense to add 40 space vehicles with
Hypersonic and Ballistic Tracking Space Sensor payloads to President Trump’s
Golden Dome initiative. They requested $750 million in FY25 funding to
accelerate the launch schedule, emphasizing the need to strengthen homeland
defense against evolving threats. Rep. Stutzman highlighted Indiana’s
commitment to supporting innovation and national security.



Congressman Jim Baird introduced
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USDA Interagency Research Act to boost collaboration between the National
Science Foundation and the Department of Agriculture. The bill supports
innovative research and technology to improve agricultural sustainability.
Baird highlighted the importance of advanced tools like AI to enhance farming,
weather forecasting, and crop yields.



Congresswoman Victoria Spartz joined
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meeting with VA Secretary Doug Collins to discuss strengthening the VA system
and ensuring our veterans receive the care and support they deserve.



Congressman Jefferson Shreve addressed
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of Directors, saying afterwords, "It was a wide-ranging, balanced convo with a
room full of engaged business leaders from across our state!"



Congressman Mark Messmer joined
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and the House Republicans to discuss the One Big Beautiful Big. The
conversation centered around investments in rural communities and the end of
waste, fraud, and abuse in SNAP.



Congresswoman Erin Houchin released
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an op-ed, "The Truth About the One Big Beautiful Bill—and What Democrats Don't
Want You to Know." Within, she cleared up many myths regarding the bill and
highlighted the ways it will benefit everyday Americans.


 

Upcoming Events Across the State


June 6: Carroll County Lincoln Day Dinner
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June 7: Clark County Republican Women Annual GOP Picnic
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June 7: Elkhart County Lincoln Day Dinner
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June 10: Tippecanoe County Lincoln Day Dinner
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June 13: Henry County Golf Outing
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June 14: Boone County Republican Women's Club Freedom Fest
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June 20: St. Joseph County Lincoln Day Dinner
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June 27: Dearborn County Lincoln Day Dinner
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July 25: Clark County Golf Scramble
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July 25: Newton County Golf Outing
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July 31: Mitch Daniels Leadership Foundation Inaugural Golf Outing
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July 31: Lawrence County Lincoln Day Dinner
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August 16: Lincoln Lawn Party
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August 23: Shreve's All-American Picnic
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August 23: Indiana Federation of Republican Women Convention
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August 23: Indiana Federation of Republican Women's Tribute
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September 6: Annual Elliott Family Hog Roast
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