Trump Fumes at Indiana GOP for Blocking Redistricting Push Ahead of 2026 Midterms
President Donald Trump ripped into Republican lawmakers in Indiana on Sunday for stalling a redistricting effort that he says is critical to maintaining a GOP majority in the House of Representatives.
Trump singled out state Senate President Pro Tempore Rodric Bray and state Senator Greg Goode, accusing them of undermining the party’s national interests in the name of political correctness.
“Because of these two politically correct type ‘gentlemen,’ and a few others, they could be depriving Republicans of a Majority in the House, A VERY BIG DEAL!” Trump posted on Truth Social. “Any Republican that votes against this important redistricting, potentially having an impact on America itself, should be PRIMARIED.”
He added that Indiana’s voters are “strong, smart, and patriotic” and want to see the country win, calling on them to hold their representatives accountable.
The redistricting push in Indiana was aimed at strengthening Republican advantages by reshaping the state’s congressional map ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Indiana currently sends seven Republicans and two Democrats to the U.S. House. But Trump and his team have been pushing for more aggressive district realignments in red states, citing the need to counter Democrat-led gerrymandering in states like California.
Bray poured cold water on the effort Friday, saying the GOP-controlled Senate doesn’t have enough votes to move forward. The Indiana Senate holds a lopsided Republican majority, 39–10, but internal divisions appear to be halting the momentum.
Goode, for his part, has not committed to supporting the effort. A representative told the press that he is waiting to review any proposed map changes before taking a position.
Trump’s mid-decade push to reshape congressional maps falls outside the normal redistricting cycle, which usually occurs once per decade after the U.S. Census. Still, both parties have ramped up redistricting battles in recent years as control of the House has come down to razor-thin margins.
Democrats have already used off-cycle legal maneuvers to redraw maps in their favor, particularly in states with Democratic courts or legislatures. Trump’s team is looking to do the same where Republicans hold the reins.
The former president’s frustration comes just weeks after Democrats performed well in off-year elections, buoying their hopes for 2026. Trump has warned that failure to secure favorable maps now could cost the GOP control of the House and stall his legislative agenda if he wins a second term.