WASHINGTON, D.C. (February 22, 2024) - Congresswoman Erin Houchin is thrilled to announce the launch of her brand-new podcast, "The Contender," aimed at providing listeners with candid insights into the world of politics and public service. In each episode, Congresswoman Houchin will engage in thoughtful conversations with influential figures, exploring their journeys, perspectives, and the factors that have shaped their leadership.

In the inaugural episode, Congresswoman Houchin is joined by her longtime friend and colleague, Congressman Larry Buschon (IN-08). Together, they offer listeners a glimpse into their respective political journeys, reflecting on the initial inspirations that propelled them into the political arena.

During the engaging discussion, Congresswoman Houchin and Congressman Buschon share personal insights into their collaborative efforts on dyslexia legislation at both the state and federal levels. Highlighting the significance of bipartisan cooperation, they underscore the importance of working across party lines to address critical issues affecting their constituents and communities.

"I am always looking for new ways to communicate with people," said Congresswoman Houchin. "This is a way for me to reach people directly as we navigate the complexities of policymaking, unveil the stories behind the legislation, and delve into the principles that fuel my commitment to public service.”

Listeners can tune in to “The Contender" on X, Podbean, and Spotify. Stay connected with Congresswoman Houchin on social media at @RepHouchin for updates and announcements.

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced Monday, Feb. 12, that effective immediately he is deploying the Indiana National Guard to support the ongoing border security mission in Texas. Gov. Holcomb joined 13 other governors at the U.S. – Mexico border in Texas earlier this week to receive a detailed briefing from the front lines.

“Federal negligence enforcing immigration law and the failure to secure our country’s border jeopardizes national and economic security, affecting every state, including Indiana,” Gov. Holcomb said.  “We’ve worked too hard in Indiana attacking the drug epidemic for more Hoosier lives to be put at risk by a constant supply of killer drugs spilled over an open U.S. border. The only way to resolve this is to stop the historically high flow of illegal immigrants crossing the border.”

Following the recent direct request from Governor Greg Abbott, Gov. Holcomb is sending 50 Hoosier Guardsmen to the southern border to support the Texas National Guard on their security mission. These soldiers will begin mobilizing for the mission immediately and will arrive in Texas in mid-March. The soldiers being deployed will spend one week at Camp Atterbury for training on the operations of the mission and will then deploy to Texas for ten months.

“Whatever the mission – whether it’s supporting a Hoosier community in the face of natural disaster, standing with our allies or against our adversaries overseas, or protecting the border – the soldiers and airmen of the Indiana National Guard are uniquely trained, equipped and capable of mobilizing whenever and wherever we’re called,” said Major General Dale Lyles, the adjutant general of the Indiana National Guard. “We stand ready to support the Texas National Guard in securing the southern border.”

The Indiana National Guard has a long history of supporting the mission to secure the southern border. From October of 2020 to October 2023, 300 Indiana Guardsmen and women have served various federal missions at the southern border.

The Indiana National Guard is comprised of thousands of soldiers and airmen, Army National Guard armories and units across the state, training facilities at Camp Atterbury and Muscatatuck Urban Training Center and Air National Guard wings in Fort Wayne and Terre Haute.