Breaking away: Backed by Trump, Mike Braun expands gubernatorial lead

Published January 18, 2024 1:46pm ET



Sen. Mike Braun (R-IN) holds a commanding lead in his bid to be the Hoosier State’s next governor, thanks in part to his strong ties to former President Donald Trump.

An “internal” polling and strategy memo shared with Secrets showed the one-term senator and Indianapolis business executive with a 27-point lead over his nearest challenger, Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, 40%-13%.

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