INDIANAPOLIS – Although Indiana Gov. Mike Braun has been in office for just two weeks, he’s already touting “wins” for Hoosiers accomplished under his tenure — and has big plans for the ongoing legislative session.
In his first State of the State Address on Wednesday evening, Braun focused on changes to government efficiency and cuts to property taxes and health care costs. He also touched on public safety, economic development, and education.
“Indiana does many things well, but the question we face is simple: Will that be a plateau, or a foundation to build something truly exceptional?” Braun asked. He spoke from the Statehouse in Indianapolis, addressing lawmakers from Indiana’s House of Representatives and Senate, along with a balcony full of statewide and federal officeholders, judges, and guests.
While Braun orated, a majority of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus — joined by more than a hundred members of the public — gathered on the next floor up, railing against his cuts to diversity initiatives. A separate group of protesters gathered outside and chanted against deportation.
For a detailed synopsis of Braun’s State of the State Address by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz of the Indiana Capitol Chronicle, go here.
