Republican U.S. Sen. Mike Braun is giving up his seat as he campaigns for governor of Indiana. Spending by Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jennifer McCormick has made the race more competitive than expected. Another interesting twist is the presence of a third-party candidate with strong support: Libertarian Donald Rainwater, who captured 11% of the vote in 2020.
Republican Mike Braun wins Indiana governor’s race, extending the GOP’s hold on the office
Most polls in the state close at 6 p.m. Eastern — the earliest closing time in the country. Votes will be counted in contested races after all polls close in Indiana at 7 p.m. Eastern. See statewide election results here.