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Gary’s blackout shows why we must hold utility companies accountable
Gary residents have power again after more than two weeks of outages — but there is a long road ahead to recovery after devastating floods. There needs to be accountability from NIPSCO, Northwest Indiana’s electricity provider — and the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC), which approved NIPSCO rate hikes without any guardrails to protect customers.
BlackRock’s AES acquisition: Profit over people
In 2014, a private equity firm acquired a Northern Michigan utility company. Shortly after, rates went up. A couple years passed. They went up again. Then it was sold to a different private equity firm. Rates went up once more. Fast forward to 2026 in Indianapolis, where a similar deal is set to take place. A group of private equity investors, led by BlackRock — the world’s largest asset manager — could acquire AES.
Indiana: Stop playing politics with kids’ food.
In Indiana, over 650,000 kids are without consistent meals this summer because the state opted out of an important federal food program. I just introduced a bill to change that. The Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) program is designed to fill a gap for kids who typically rely on free meals at school. It’s a win-win program: the federal government covers the cost of the food benefits.
Pancreatic cancer and the Black community
Nearly every American has a link to cancer — but the link between pancreatic cancer and the Black community is especially tragic. Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers — less than 13% of patients live for more than five years after diagnosis — and Black Americans are more likely than any other racial or ethnic group to get it.
Fighting colorblindness in black robes
We tried to tell people what would happen if Trump was re-elected. But folks didn’t believe us. On April 29, the Supreme Court’s Louisiana v. Callais ruling opened a new era of state-sanctioned racial discrimination by surgically neutering Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act (VRA). We know that racism is hard to prove. The KKK hid behind their white robes and hoods to hide their intent and their identities as they carried out racial violence and discrimination.
$13 million to Indianapolis.
Even as Donald Trump cuts federal programs, I’m working hard in Congress to help Indianapolis receive its fair share — especially when it comes to local projects that help solve some of our city’s most pressing issues. So far this year, I’ve secured $13 million in new funding to make Indianapolis a stronger and safer place. Each year, I take advantage of the opportunity for all members of Congress to direct funds for Community Project Funding.
The SAVE Act Hurts Black Voters
Black voting rights are under attack. In February, I voted against the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act, but unfortunately, my Republican colleagues passed it out of the House. It now faces a battle in the Senate, with vocal support from President Trump. But this bill has nothing to do with keeping elections safe. Instead, it has everything to do with preventing communities of color and women from easily voting. It’s far from a new tactic to suppress voting rights.
Black history can save America
I look forward to celebrating Black History Month every year. It’s a time to celebrate our achievements, our culture, and our lives. But this year, the importance of learning Black History is more critical than ever — especially for people outside of our community. Millions of Americans are horrified and shocked to see ICE’s rapid stampede to lawlessness. As Black Americans, we are horrified to see civilians murdered on the street — but we are not shocked.
Electricity bills are costing Hoosiers. You deserve relief.
If you’ve seen your electricity bill rise every month, you’re not alone. On average, Hoosiers spend about $257 per month on electricity — or $3,084 per year. That’s 16% higher than the national average. In Congress, I’ve worked to lower energy costs, with legislation to help our planet and create ways for your family to reduce energy costs.
Redistricting battle gives hope, but the fight isn't over
After our Statehouse’s courageous vote to reject mid-decade redistricting, Indiana has been in national headlines for all the right reasons: “Trump was unable to insult his way to victory in Indiana redistricting battle,” reads one headline from AP News. NBC News called the vote, “a major rebuke of Trump.” I heard from countless Hoosiers who expressed joy, relief and pride.
Medicare open enrollment is coming
Access to quality health care is worth fighting for. My Democratic colleagues and I have worked hard to negotiate with the Republican majority in Congress since the beginning of the year, but they slashed funding for health care and have refused to extend health care tax credits to families and individuals who need them to afford health coverage. I voted against these cuts. But the Republicans have the majority in the House, Senate and the White House, and can pass any bill they want.
Redistricting silences Black voters
Black Hoosier voices – and our vote – are under attack. Following Texas, Indiana is the latest state where the Trump administration has called for our state legislature to redraw our Congressional districts five years early because Doanld Trump wants even more power and tighter control of Congress. The Constitution mandates the government to conduct a census every 10 years, not five.
My new bill to make Indianapolis safer
Indianapolis has experienced heartbreaking violence this summer. Violence and shootings have often increased during summer months, typically peaking on July 4and 5 — a combination of warm weather, increased gatherings, increased drinking and youth left out of school. Indianapolis is no different. This past 4th of July weekend, five people tragically lost their lives. Two of them — Xavion Jackson and Azareaon S. Cole — were teenagers. These people are more than headlines.
Impeachment - Indianapolis Recorder
Indianapolis, these are not normal times. That’s why I’m not calling for normal, status quo policies. In just the first six months of his presidency, President Donald Trump has: Gutted civil rights enforcement, tried to purge the country of diversity efforts and cut key offices that were established by the Civil Rights Act to protect Americans from discrimination. Instituted sweeping mass deportations, with masked ICE agents arresting families in broad daylight, without due process.
Breaking down the GOP budget
At the end of May, House Republicans pushed through Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” and it is now being considered in the Senate, but there is nothing beautiful about it. It makes big cuts to Medicaid, SNAP and other programs Hoosiers rely on. I voted against this bill after Republicans refused several of my common-sense amendments that would help save lives. I voted no because of this bill’s devastating impact on America’s health care. In Indiana, roughly 2 million families rely on Medicaid.
We won’t let anyone take away our history
Our history and our community are under attack. President Donald Trump claims that there has been a “concerted and widespread effort to rewrite our Nation’s history” over the last decade. Yet he is the one trying to erase our history with new executive orders to whitewash “improper ideology.” All to strip away civil rights protections and cut programs our community relies on. We won’t let him. The idea of “reverse discrimination” has been around since the 1980s under the Reagan administration.
The fight for Social Security
DOGE and MAGA are creating chaos and confusion across the country — and it’s hurting our seniors. Last month, DOGE released a list of federal assets it wants to sell, including two federal buildings in Indianapolis. I warned against this short-sighted plan, and now DOGE has removed this list from their website, creating even more chaos and confusion. But DOGE has not abandoned their plans.
Andre Carson, Author at St. Louis American
Posted inEditorials DOGE and MAGA are creating chaos and confusion across the country — and it’s hurting our seniors. Last month, DOGE released a list of federal assets it wants to sell, including two federal buildings in Indianapolis. I warned against this short-sighted plan, and now DOGE has removed this list from their website, creating even more […]
The fight for Social Security
DOGE and MAGA are creating chaos and confusion across the country — and it’s hurting our seniors. Last month, DOGE released a list of federal assets it wants to sell, including two federal buildings in Indianapolis — the Minton-Capehart Building downtown and the Major General Emmett J. Bean Federal Center in Lawrence. Minton-Capehart houses local offices for Social Security, the VA and immigration courts.
U.S. Rep. Andre Carson: Schools, families rely on federal funds for education
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Medicaid is more important than MAGA
Last week, Republicans voted for a budget that slashes Medicaid, SNAP and retirement benefits — all to give tax breaks to the ultra-wealthy. Under their plan, the richest 0.1% would receive an average annual tax cut of $314,266. Yet, the average American would see no benefits, and in fact, would pay more for health care, food, housing and other essential expenses. Every single Democrat voted against this plan.
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A Black workforce is a strong workforce
It’s hard to keep up with Trump’s first weeks in office. President Trump has let loose a flurry of executive orders, policy ideas, memos, promises and outrageous statements that range from pardoning 1,500 insurrectionists to blaming a tragic mid-air plane collision on DEI. It’s all part of Trump’s age-old strategy: create chaos, confusion and crowded news cycles that distract from the real harm his policies are having on Black Americans.
'One of two Muslims': Trump's J6 pardons included man who targeted me | Opinion Original
'One of two Muslims': Trump's J6 pardons included man who targeted me | Opinion Andre Carson | Opinion Contributor Show Caption Hide Caption Indiana man pardoned by Trump for Jan. 6 riots killed at traffic stop A Jasper County Sheriff’s deputy shot and killed 42-year-old Matthew Huttle during a traffic stop in Indiana on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025. Huttle was recently pardoned by President Donald Trump for his role in the 2021 U.S. Capitol riots.
Medicare open enrollment: What you need to know
It’s a scary time in American politics. The results of the November election are discouraging to many Indianapolis residents. But make no mistake: as your representative, I am fighting for you in Congress — just as I always have. That means protecting your right to quality, affordable health insurance and receiving the Medicare benefits you deserve. I won’t sugarcoat it. There are real and serious threats to undo the progress Democrats and President Biden made.
Why we vote - Indianapolis Recorder
Early voting in Indianapolis is open now until Nov. 4. Voting is easier than ever, but we can’t forget what it took to get us here — and how far we still have to go. It’s no secret that many Americans are disillusioned with politics and believe their vote doesn’t matter. When Black voters engage, our electorate is powerful. The number of Black eligible voters is up 7% from 2020, with 34.4 million voters. That amounts to 14% of the total U.S. electorate.
Improving Black health and wealth
Two years ago this month, the Inflation Reduction Act became law. Congressional Democrats and the Biden Harris administration championed this bill because we need an economy that works for working families. The COVID-19 pandemic hurt our country, affecting jobs and stretching our health care system. With the pandemic behind us, we are working towards a system that is better than before — addressing Black disparities in health and wealth through targeted measures like the Inflation Reduction Act.
We’re removing lead from drinking water, once and for all.
In 2014, Flint, Michigan, made national headlines. It was all due to elected officials’ decision to switch the city’s drinking water supply — intended to be a cost-saving measure but with disastrous consequences for public health. The other issue? Although Black residents comprise 11% of Michigan’s total population, Flint’s population was and is overwhelmingly Black, meaning it was mostly Black households who experienced foul-tasting and discolored drinking water.
Your vote matters
Election Day is coming soon, on May 7. Early voting for Marion County is open now – and we all need to do our civic duty and vote. In 2019, Marion County became a vote center county, meaning you can vote at any location in Marion County, regardless of where you live. There are 186 locations open on election day, and 9 early vote locations throughout the county. If you’re not able to vote in person, you may be eligible to vote by mail.
Democrats’ Tax Reform Plan
Our economy is doing well. The latest jobs report shows we added 275,000 jobs in February — another sign of economic strength. In the last 4 years, we’ve created 14 million new jobs. Unemployment is at some of the lowest rates in 50 years. Indiana is experiencing its share of that growth, with $23 billion so far in commitments to reinvest in manufacturing. Progress takes time, but we are on the right track towards an economy that works for everyone.
Black History: What we’ve done and have left to do.
Happy Black History Month! As Black Americans, we have much to celebrate. Our joy – which has always shone through even in dark times. Our strength – which has carried us through generations. And our history – full of leaders, visionaries, artists, entrepreneurs, and changemakers. Fairness and equal rights are not standalone issues. They should be the bedrock of every aspect of government.
We need Dr. King’s wisdom more than ever
On January 15th, 2024, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. would have been 95 years old. Each year – and often throughout the year — we celebrate Dr. King’s legacy. We see his quotes many places, and sometimes we even see his words mistakenly attributed to others. Sometimes, a superficial use of Dr. King’s words, without considering the context and intent these words, means we do not pause to reflect on the wisdom they still hold today.
Continuing the march for healthcare
Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, there’s another season to recognize: we’re in the middle of Open Season for health insurance. This opportunity is personal for me. More than 10 years ago, I marched arm in arm to the U.S. Capitol with my Democratic colleagues, including the late, great civil rights champion Congressman John Lewis. We walked together to cast our votes for a critical civil rights bill: the Affordable Care Act.
Lowering health care costs for Black Americans
For years, the price of health care services and prescription drugs have soared, with little relief for working families. The Biden administration has been working hard to lower health care costs for those who need it most. We’re already seeing the effects of that fight. In fact, millions of Americans are already saving money on the medication they need — especially seniors.
Need help paying home heating bills?
Winter can mean dangerously cold temperatures for many people. It can also mean households have to face an impossible choice: paying for home heating and cooling or paying for other household essentials, like food and medical care. No one should have to make this choice. That’s why I’m proud to announce Indiana has been awarded $75 million to assist low-income families ahead of the winter season through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
Failure to compromise, failure to govern
The federal government’s fiscal year ends at midnight on September 30th. If Congress fails to pass the annual Appropriations bills for each department and agency, these agencies will shut down, causing unnecessary pain to federal workers and countless Americans who rely on federal programs to survive. This shutdown is happening because a few extremists in the House of Representatives are holding the government hostage for the sake of political games.
Rep. Andre Carson: Welcoming immigrants is part of Hoosier hospitality
Earlier this year, a member of the extremist House “Freedom Caucus” took to social media to criticize a “Refugees Welcome” sign outside my office. The sign sat outside my office since the early days of the Trump presidency, when daily, cruel attacks coming out of the White House led to a rise in xenophobia and Islamophobia. This wasn’t a shock. There is a small but vocal—and growing—minority of extremists in Congress who have built their platforms off anti-immigrant messaging.
Op/Ed: Unlike Reaganomics, Bidenomics is working. More jobs, lowering inflation is proof.
Andre Carson Indianapolis Star The numbers don’t lie — the U.S. economy is booming. Job creation is up, with over 13 million new jobs created since President Biden took office, including 800,000 manufacturing jobs. That’s more jobs added in two and a half years than any president in recorded history has ever created in a four-year term. Inflation is down. Unemployment has remained below 4% for 17 consecutive months — the longest stretch in over 50 years.
Unequal opportunity
The United States Supreme Court’s affirmative action decision is a disappointing and unnecessary blow to equal education for all. The extremist majority of this current Court ignored the reality of most Americans: Our country is not yet colorblind, and the playing field is far from level for those who have suffered from centuries of legalized segregation and systemic discrimination.
Emerging Businesses
Madame C. J. Walker, whose line of haircare products for Black women that made her the first female self-made millionaire, started her business mixing items from the drugstore in her kitchen. Ann Lowe, now considered one of the most significant fashion designers in American history, designed Jackie Kennedy’s wedding gown – although as a Black designer, she did not receive acknowledgment for it at the time. Ms. Lowe began her career making dress patterns in her childhood home. Even George P.
America needs financial literacy
Black Americans have made significant contributions to the United States economy. And yet, a significant wealth gap still persists. The wealth of the 400 Americans is approximately equal to that of 43 million Black Americans. Black Americans, even when achieving the same education levels as their white counterparts, have difficulty accessing generational wealth. April marked Financial Literacy Month.
Carson: The Story of Harry Hoosier
If you’re from Indiana, you’ve likely faced the age-old question: “So, what exactly is a Hoosier?” Of course, we’ve heard theories. Richmond resident John Finley’s poem “The Hoosier’s Nest” — originally spelled “Hoosher” — is often attributed as the first mention of this distinctly Indiana term. The word also appears in the “Carrier’s Address” of the Indiana Democrat on January 3, 1832. Yet another theory is that pioneer settlers would respond, “Who’s yere?” to a knock on the door.
Carson: Unity vs. chaos in the House
Millions followed C-SPAN a lot more closely than usual the last week. Our government was at a standstill, unable to elect a new speaker of the House until a 15th vote. The reason? Extreme disagreements within the Republican Party, which played out throughout the week in unfiltered coverage of dramatic and tense negotiations — and sometimes just pure pandemonium.
Carson: Unity vs. chaos in the House
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Rep. Andre Carson: The child tax credit needs broad bipartisan support
Last year, as we continued to face the pandemic, Congress passed a historic expansion of the child tax credit that reduced child poverty by more than a third. Now, this expansion is no longer available. We must act quickly on both sides of the aisle to ensure families across the country get some much-needed relief. In 2021, the expanded child tax credit reached more than 1.3 million children in Indiana alone.
Student loan debt hurts Black and brown families
When President Biden announced last month that he would be canceling up to $20,000 in student debt, there were varied reactions. Is this unfair to borrowers who have already paid off their loans? Is this enough? Is it too much? First, it’s important to know the facts. One of the most important facts is that student loan debt disproportionately hurts Black and brown borrowers.
Carson: What we’re doing to address inflation
As the June inflation rate is still too high, Hoosiers are facing high gas prices and food costs. I want to provide an update on the economy and what Congress and the Biden administration are doing to help during this tough time. High gas prices affect every Hoosier and American, and they are a direct cause of the abrupt increase in demand for gas as we get back to normal life as we move from a COVID-19 pandemic into an endemic.
Carson: Sick and tired of being sick and tired
America’s epidemic of gun violence has gotten worse instead of getting better. Our nation is reeling from a string of tragedies that include a mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, and a supermarket on the east side of Buffalo, New York. I am devastated by the loss of those killed — as well as every victim of gun violence — and continue to pray for their loved ones experiencing unimaginable grief.
Carson: Federal dollars to local programs help 'diverse group of Hoosiers'
Happy spring! This season is a time for renewal and for a new start. In Congress, I’m always working to create new opportunities for Hoosiers, and I’d like to tell you about a major legislative achievement that advances this goal. In the most recent government funding bill that Congress passed, and President Biden signed into law (the Fiscal Year 2022 Appropriations bill), I secured $3.4 million in funding for nine local organizations working to help Hoosiers.
Carson: Making history on the Supreme Court
This Black History Month, our community has many reasons to celebrate, as well as new challenges and opportunities that demand our strongest efforts. Black history is being made right now, especially in our judicial system; I fully support President Joe Biden’s pledge to nominate a Black woman to the Supreme Court to fill the vacancy left by Justice Stephen Breyer when he retires later this summer.
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