Carson fends off Democratic challengers in Indiana House primary

Rep. André Carson sails through primary challenge

The Indianapolis Democrat is expected to win his 10th term in Congress.

Carson Wins Democratic Nomination in Indiana’s 7th District

Source: (Photo by Samuel Corum/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images) INDIANAPOLIS — U.S. Rep. André Carson wins the Democratic nomination for Indiana’s 7th District in the U.S. House. “I was honored to receive the backing of the people of Indiana’s 7th Congressional district,” Carson said in a statement. “Thanks to the power of people and prayer, we’re one step closer to defeating attacks on our rights, our economy, and our democracy. I never take anythi…

Carson fends off Democratic challengers in Indiana House primary

Incumbent Rep. André Carson (D-Ind.) fended off primary challengers to win the Democratic primary for his Indianapolis-area House seat, according to Decision Desk HQ. The race for Indiana’s 7th Congressional District, which Carson has represented for nine terms, is one of several this cycle that saw younger, progressive candidates challenge longtime members of Congress amid mounting frustration…

2026 primary day election results: Indiana’s 7th Congressional District

Rep. André Carson is facing three primary challengers on the Democratic ballot: Denise Hatch, George Hornedo and Destiny Wells. Two candidates appear on the Republican ballot: Patrick McAuley and Felipe Rios.

Carson Cruises Past Wells; Morales Locked Out of His Own Convention

U.S. Rep. André Carson rolled to a 10th full term Tuesday, dispatching a four-way Democratic primary with roughly 65% of the vote against challengers who had spent months arguing the Indianapolis congressman was out of touch with his district. Destiny Wells, the 2024 Democratic nominee for Indiana attorney general, finished a distant second at about 22%. Political strategist George Hornedo, who blanketed the 7th Congressional District with maile…