3/18/26 - IEDC Strikes Again, More Mid-States Corridor Drama, Indianapolis Supports Fibbers, Guest Niki Kelly

On today’s episode of The Rob Kendall Show, Rob covers several major stories shaping Indiana politics, government spending, and accountability, starting with a new IndyStar column on the controversial Mid-States Corridor project. The column breaks down Governor Mike Braun’s long-standing support for a proposed $4 billion highway through southwest Indiana, a project that runs through his own home county and is overwhelmingly opposed by local residents. The discussion focuses on the history of the project, its potential benefit to the trucking and distribution industry, and concerns about taxpayers funding a project many Hoosiers don’t want. Rob then turns to a series of developing political stories, including Braun’s partnership with Turning Point USA and the potential legal and ethical questions surrounding voter registration efforts tied to a politically aligned group. The show also highlights the ongoing controversy involving Secretary of State Diego Morales and the more than $300,000 spent on vehicle history reports that were barely used, raising further concerns about government waste and accountability. Joining the program is Nikki Kelly from the Indiana Capital Chronicle, who breaks down the latest reporting on the Morales spending issue, the mystery group funding political ads in Indiana Senate primaries, and the broader political landscape surrounding these races. The conversation also touches on how outside influence and unclear funding sources are shaping key Republican primaries across the state. The show also covers a major new proposal from Governor Braun to spend $1 billion through the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, despite prior concerns about transparency and accountability within the agency. Rob examines how the IDC, which previously required an $800,000 forensic audit, is now being tasked with distributing even more taxpayer money, and questions the return on investment for Hoosiers as well as the continued concentration of resources in central Indiana. Finally, Rob breaks down a complicated and increasingly tangled legal and political situation involving Attorney General Todd Rokita, a contested state Senate race, and questions about ballot eligibility. The case highlights how overlapping political alliances, legal obligations, and campaign dynamics are intersecting in Indiana politics, raising broader concerns about transparency and trust in the system. From billion-dollar spending proposals and election controversies to government accountability and political strategy, today’s episode of The Rob Kendall Show connects the dots on the stories impacting Hoosiers right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices