Banks’ Backer Falls Short in Senate Race | Indianapolis News

Senator Liz Brown pulls off a stunning primary win over Darren Vogt, a top-backed challenger from U.S. Senator Jim Banks, after Vogt dropped his recount bid despite heavy support from Banks, Attorney General Todd Rokita, and a major ad campaign. The narrow 15-vote loss marks a rare stumble for Banks, whose influence usually dominates Indiana elections. The feud traces back to a 2025 immigration bill disagreement — Brown skipped a hearing, prompting Rokita’s ire, even after she later sponsored similar legislation. Vogt, who works for Banks and received major campaign funding from both him and Rokita, lost despite their backing. Brown’s victory was significantly boosted by a major endorsement from former President Donald Trump, underscoring the outsized impact of high-profile political support. Meanwhile, a separate, even tighter recount in another Senate district remains unresolved. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/31420e854bc454f7