Three-vote win for Deery in Indiana District 23 sparks potential recount

Indiana State Senator Spencer Deery won the District 23 Republican primary by three votes over Paula Copenhaver, a margin that could trigger a formal recount if requested. Provisional ballots across several counties, including two disqualified in Tippecanoe, helped shape the outcome, with Parke County’s provisional tally placing Deery ahead by three. There are no automatic recounts; a recount would be initiated by a candidate or party chair and conducted by the state recount commission, potentially delaying final certification beyond May 15. The commission has appointed a recount director, and Secretary of State Morales chairs the panel amid controversy over his ties to Turning Point USA and redistricting. Deery thanked supporters and urged healing, while Copenhaver had not commented at press time.