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Scoop: Pence says Jan. 6 defendants shouldn't get access to public dollars

The former vice president has a new book on conservatism coming out next month.

Politics & Policy

Former Vice President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mike Pence" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/05/pence-jfk-courage-award-jan-6-trump" data-vars-content-id="1885e1c0-3d5b-46e4-807d-19a895ce0b69" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Pence says Jan. 6 defendants shouldn&#x27;t get access to public dollars" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/05/pence-jfk-courage-award-jan-6-trump" target="_self">Mike Pence</a> — once targeted by rioters during the Jan. 6 Capitol attack — says people who assaulted police officers that day should not receive taxpayer compensation under President Trump&#x27;s IRS settlement.The big picture: Pence has been praised for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="resisting pressure" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/08/06/pence-says-trumps-lawyers-asked-him-to-reject-votes-outright" data-vars-content-id="1885e1c0-3d5b-46e4-807d-19a895ce0b69" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Pence says Jan. 6 defendants shouldn&#x27;t get access to public dollars" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/08/06/pence-says-trumps-lawyers-asked-him-to-reject-votes-outright" target="_self">resisting pressure</a> from Trump and allies to overturn or delay certification of former President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Biden&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/joe-biden" data-vars-content-id="1885e1c0-3d5b-46e4-807d-19a895ce0b69" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Pence says Jan. 6 defendants shouldn&#x27;t get access to public dollars" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/joe-biden" target="_self">Biden&#x27;s</a> 2020 election victory.

LIV Golf's uncertain future in Central Indiana

The next edition of LIV Golf Indianapolis could be the very last as potential bankruptcy looms.

News

The next edition of LIV Golf Indianapolis could be the very last.Why it matters: The challenger golf brand&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Westfield debut last summer" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/08/14/liv-golf-indianapolis-2025-championship-chatham-hills" data-vars-content-id="ecc076e4-ad06-4953-811e-102f60191a4a" data-vars-headline="LIV Golf&#x27;s uncertain future in Central Indiana" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/08/14/liv-golf-indianapolis-2025-championship-chatham-hills" target="_self">Westfield debut last summer</a> was a big win for local tourism, setting attendance records for the league.

The good, bad and ugly of the 2026 Indianapolis 500

The highs, lows and everything in between from the 110th running.

Sports

The 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 had it all — joy, sorrow and the closest finish in race history.Driving the news: Felix Rosenqvist overtook David Malukas on the backstretch after a chaotic restart to finish the race with one final green flag lap.

Indianapolis Public Schools senior heading to Columbia University

Karol Redondo-Ponce plans to become an OB/GYN and use her bilingual skills.

When Karol Redondo-Ponce graduates from Shortridge High School Thursday, she&#x27;ll become the first person in her family to graduate high school.Why it matters: The daughter of Honduran immigrants who did not complete middle school, Redondo-Ponce will also become the first in her family to attend college when she starts at Columbia University this fall.<ul><li>She&#x27;s doing so backed by one of the nation&#x27;s most prestigious awards, the Gates Scholarship, which covers the full cost of a four-year college education for top Pell-eligible minority seniors.</li></ul>

Braun crafting early childhood education plan ahead of budget-writing session

The child care crisis will likely be a top priority in the next legislative session.

Education

A group of children crowds around a water table, splashing and blowing bubbles, as Gov. Mike Braun toured the St. Mary&#x27;s Early Childhood Center looking for ideas to shape next year&#x27;s legislative agenda.Why it matters: Indiana&#x27;s child care crisis is expected to be a priority issue for Braun and lawmakers during the session as they write the next state budget.

Report: Indiana's teacher pay efforts fall short

Efforts to increase pay haven't made a dent in the state's ranking.

Indiana&#x27;s efforts to boost teacher pay haven&#x27;t improved its standing nationally, according to a new report.Why it matters: The state has wrestled with a teacher shortage for years, resulting in larger class sizes and threatening academic progress as schools struggle to attract new educators and veteran teachers leave the profession.

Arsenal Tech robotics team making history at World Championship

It's the first IPS high school team to make it to the world championship.

An Arsenal Technical High School robotics team is competing at the world championships for the first time.Why it matters: Tech&#x27;s X team is the first IPS high school team to reach the VEX Robotics World Championship.

Referendum is top priority for new Indianapolis Public Education Corporation

The new governing body is meant to centralize and manage key functions of district and charter schools.

The Indianapolis Public Education Corporation, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the new group managing schools" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/02/27/whats-next-for-ips-after-new-governance-bill-passed" data-vars-content-id="749239e9-3b4d-4946-93f6-955c3a868d3e" data-vars-headline="Referendum is top priority for new Indianapolis Public Education Corporation" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/02/27/whats-next-for-ips-after-new-governance-bill-passed" target="_self">the new group managing schools</a> in Center Township, says a property tax referendum is its first priority.Why it matters: The current referendum funding teachers&#x27; salaries and special education services for Indianapolis Public Schools expires at the end of the year. A renewal needs to be on the November ballot to avoid a funding gap.

Indiana schools see political shift with Turning Point push

Conservative state leaders are changing their strategy on politics in schools to promote Turning Point groups.

Several years ago, Indiana&#x27;s GOP leadership was focused on removing political ideology from the state&#x27;s schools, but it backs a partnership with the conservative Turning Point USA.The big picture: Earlier this month, Indiana became the eighth state to partner with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Turning Point USA" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/03/12/indiana-strengthens-partnership-with-turning-point-usa" data-vars-content-id="75d42808-358c-4e44-80d0-a82c305d16a8" data-vars-headline="Indiana schools see political shift with Turning Point push" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/03/12/indiana-strengthens-partnership-with-turning-point-usa" target="_self">Turning Point USA</a>, endorsing its Club America initiative.

Business school a key part of Purdue's Indy strategy

The goal is to eventually offer all business school programs at the Indy campus.

Purdue&#x27;s Indianapolis expansion continues to grow, this time with a new business program planned for launch in the fall.The big picture: The school&#x27;s online Master of Business and Technology (MBT) program will launch a new option — an in-person experience that will allow online students to network and collaborate.

IU admissions program bringing in more Indianapolis students

Qualifying students are automatically accepted.

Thousands of Marion County students have been accepted to IU&#x27;s Indianapolis campus through its expanded <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="seamless admissions" data-vars-click-url="https://indianapolis.iu.edu/admissions/apply/seamless-admissions-program.html?_gl=1*533cpf*_gcl_au*MTQ2NDMwOTY0MC4xNzc0MDExMzY0*_ga*NzYxNDg5MDQ3LjE3NzQwMTEzNjQ.*_ga_61CH0D2DQW*czE3NzQwMTEzNjMkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzQwMTEzNjMkajYwJGwwJGgw" data-vars-content-id="f6829061-57af-4e61-a71d-fac63dd58c3e" data-vars-headline="IU admissions program bringing in more Indianapolis students" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://indianapolis.iu.edu/admissions/apply/seamless-admissions-program.html?_gl=1*533cpf*_gcl_au*MTQ2NDMwOTY0MC4xNzc0MDExMzY0*_ga*NzYxNDg5MDQ3LjE3NzQwMTEzNjQ.*_ga_61CH0D2DQW*czE3NzQwMTEzNjMkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzQwMTEzNjMkajYwJGwwJGgw" target="_blank">seamless admissions</a> program.Why it matters: The program aims to pave the way to college for underrepresented populations, key to upward mobility and achieving the state&#x27;s workforce goals.<ul><li>&quot;Seamless admissions is about removing unnecessary barriers and making college feel attainable,&quot; Jordan Stevenson, vice chancellor for enrollment management at IU Indianapolis, said. &quot;When students receive an admission offer, it changes how they see themselves and their future.&quot;</li></ul>

Report: Hoosier boys and young men falling behind

A lack of educational attainment is leaving young men adrift.

Hoosier men — you all right? A new study says maybe not.Why it matters: For starters, they&#x27;re half of the state&#x27;s population and their health, well-being and educational attainment affect all of us.

Indianapolis Public Schools planning budget cuts

The district is looking at a multimillion-dollar budget gap.

Indianapolis Public Schools is bracing for a difficult financial future.Why it matters: The city&#x27;s largest district appears to be facing another difficult period, which could threaten efforts to stabilize decreasing enrollment.

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Indianapolis Public Schools senior heading to Columbia University

Braun crafting early childhood education plan ahead of budget-writing session

Report: Indiana's teacher pay efforts fall short

Arsenal Tech robotics team making history at World Championship

Referendum is top priority for new Indianapolis Public Education Corporation