Senate Democratic Caucus

Sen. Shelli Yoder (D-Bloomington), right, and Sen. Greg Taylor (D-Indianapolis) discuss the State of the State address with reporters on Jan. 10, 2023.

Indiana Senate Democrats oust Taylor as leader after more harassment allegations, elect Yoder

Brandon Smith

Indiana Senate Democrats elected a new leader Wednesday, ousting Senator Greg Taylor from the role. That comes after an Indianapolis Star story this week revealed three more women are accusing Taylor of sexual harassment.

Indiana Democratic Party Chair Mike Schmuhl speaks on Nov. 5, 2024.

Dozens of women leaders demand action from Indiana Democratic Party on harassment and abuse

Brandon Smith

Indiana Democratic Party Chair Mike Schmuhl said he will work with leaders to build trust within the party after a series of sexual harassment allegation against Democratic officials.

Members of the Senate Democratic Caucus called on Republican senators to do more in support of public education at a press conference on Thursday.

Senate Democrats push for increased education focus for state budget

Violet Comber-Wilen

The caucus expressed concern about the lack of funding for schools to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, no increases for teacher pay, and issues with the state’s voucher program appropriations.