Staff Reports
In a thrilling turn of events, Senator Mike Braun is crushing the competition in his quest to become Indiana’s next governor! Thanks in part to his strong relationship with the one and only former President Donald Trump, Braun is soaring ahead with a 27-point lead over his closest rival, Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch. It’s like watching your favorite football team score a touchdown in the final seconds of the game – electrifying!
This impressive lead isn’t just a fluke – Braun is also dominating in three out of four major cities in Indiana, including a colossal 30-point lead in Indianapolis! With nearly half of Indiana’s Republican primary voters residing in Indianapolis, Braun’s popularity in the area is a HUGE deal. It’s like being the most popular kid in school, but for grown-ups! Plus, Braun is sitting on a monstrous $4 million war chest for his campaign, proving that he’s not just a winner on the field, but also in the financial game.
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Braun’s senior political adviser, Joshua Kelley, attributes part of Braun’s success to his strong ties with Trump and the former president’s glowing endorsement. In fact, Braun’s favorability rating is through the roof at 60%, while Trump’s favorability sits at an impressive 76% in the state. It’s like Braun and Trump are the dynamic duo, the Batman and Robin of Indiana politics!
Not only is Braun basking in the glow of Trump’s support, but he’s also taken the lead on key issues that Hoosier voters care about most, like the economy and immigration. He’s been a vocal advocate for returning to Trump’s immigration policies and is also a fierce protector of the state’s budget. Even more, Trump gave Braun a shout-out in 2018 during his Senate run and recently reaffirmed his support for Braun’s bid for governor because who wouldn’t want a president in their corner?
Despite Crouch’s political experience in Indiana, she’s no match for Braun’s star power. Businessman Brad Chambers and builder Eric Doden have tried to shake things up, but they just can’t steal the spotlight. Even former Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill is throwing his hat into the ring, but it’s like trying to beat Braun is as tough as trying to climb Mount Everest in flip-flops!
Kelley also predicts that even if the undecided voters choose another candidate, Braun will still have an iron grip on the top spot. It’s like trying to unseat Braun from the governor’s race is as tough as trying to catch a greased pig at the state fair – nearly impossible, folks!
With nearly one-third of voters still undecided, Kelley says it’s pivotal for Indiana Republicans to rally behind Braun’s candidacy. This unity isn’t just about securing a victory in the gubernatorial race, but also about advancing the conservative principles that are essential to Indiana’s future. It’s like the GOP is forming an all-star team, ready to take down the competition and win big for Indiana!
