Philip Foust's Prosecutor Platform, Homeless Population Increases, Hogsett in Hot Water
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Candidate for Marion County Prosecutor Philip Foust joins Brian Baker and Jerry Lopez to explain why Marion County deserves a stronger prosecutor, and how he hopes to change the status quo.
During his interview, Foust emphasizes his priority to facing juvenile crime and repeat offenders, as well as his dedication to serving the people of Marion County above any political goals.
Hogsett’s Failed Ethics Commission, Foust Calls for Special Prosecutor in Broad Ripple Business Case
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Hogsett's Plagued by Corruption Allegations; Yet His Ethics Commission Hasn't Met in Years
The Indianapolis ethics commission, which is appointed entirely by Mayor Joe Hogsett, has convened just once during Hogsett’s decade in office, despite a litany of credible corruption allegations against his admin.
Mears’s Unconstitutional Investigation, Highlights from the Foust Fundraiser, Hogsett Vetos Wheel Tax
Judge drops Broad Ripple bar case after ‘unconstitutional’ search from Prosecutor Mears
A Marion County judge dismissed the 27-felony tax case against Broad Ripple bar owner Robert Sabatini. The local business owner in Broad Ripple was the subject of intense, inappropriate scrutiny from the prosecutor’s office following a shooting in 2023.
Vaughn Launches Sheriff Bid, Republican Councilors Protest Wheel Tax; Demand Accountability on OPHS
Chief Tom Vaughn launched his campaign for Marion County Sheriff Monday. Chief Vaughn brings 30 years of law enforcement experience to the role and is committed to improving public safety, fixing the jail system, supporting deputies and civilian staff, and restoring public confidence in the agency., Vaughn currently serves as Southport’s police chief.
Council Democrats Reject Commonsense Governance at Every Opportunity
Monday night, City-County Council Democrats were presented with multiple opportunities to demonstrate leadership on the issues Indianapolis residents care about most: fiscal responsibility, public safety, and government accountability. Instead, Council Democrats repeatedly rejected sensible solutions, proving they have minimal interest in solving the problems our city faces.
Hogsett Corruption Claims Escalate and Join Philip Foust for a Fundraiser
This week, the Indy Star and Mirror Indy published another bombshell report detailing Mayor Hogsett's culture of corruption. Alleging that top campaign donors received city contracts and that a former chief of staff to the mayor was helped into a lucrative job with a major city contractor.
Leaders who tolerate or facilitate backroom deals and quid pro quo politics are not providing the kind of leadership Indianapolis deserves.