Trump’s Indiana showpiece faces a pivotal GOP loyalty test

Indiana’s May primaries will be the first big test of whether Trump still commands the GOP, as eight incumbents who blocked redistricting face well-funded MAGA challengers. With allies spending roughly $9–$10 million, the outcome—especially how many seats Trump-backed candidates win—will gauge his grip on the party, reflect on federalism in a red state, and signal the trajectory of his influence heading into a crucial midterm year.