INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Mike Braun’s decision to call a special session of the Indiana General Assembly beginning November 3 has drawn sharp criticism from State Senator Fady Qaddoura (D-Indianapolis), who condemned the move as a blatant act of political self-interest at the expense of Hoosiers.
“Governor Braun made the decision today to place Washington over Hoosiers,” Sen. Qaddoura said. “He clearly prioritized the Trump administration’s agenda instead of the needs of the people of Indiana. Let’s make this clear: he chose tax cuts for the wealthy and big corporations over you. He chose to cut access to Medicaid over you. He chose to spend your hard-earned tax dollars on a special session while slashing programs you rely on. Governor Braun does not care about Hoosiers; he cares about saving face with President Trump.”
Sen. Qaddoura also criticized the Governor’s failure to follow through on his promises regarding legislative support for a special session.
“Governor Braun said he would only call a special session if he had the votes,” Qaddoura continued. “The Senate has now gone on record twice saying the votes aren’t there. When will the lies stop?”
Qaddoura emphasized that the upcoming session is not about addressing the real challenges Hoosiers face but about consolidating political power.
“This illegitimate session is not about fixing your utility bills, expanding access to health care or reversing cuts to child care assistance,” Qaddoura said. “It’s about rigging congressional maps to ensure President Trump and the Republican Party maintain control. This is a ploy to silence voters and eliminate opposition.”
Qaddoura urged Hoosiers to stand together against what he called “political corruption and a power grab.”
“I strongly oppose this misuse of power and the attack on our democracy,” Qaddoura said. “Join me on November 3 at the Statehouse to stand up for fairness, transparency and the voice of every Hoosier.”
