Children's Museum of Indianapolis Turns 100

Earlier this month, the Children's Museum of Indianapolis hosted its centennial celebration.

In honor of this incredible achievement, I submitted an official congressional tribute to recognize the museum for 100 years of enriching the lives of young Hoosiers.

Read more here.

Review of Vetting Process for Afghan Nationals

The horrific terror attack in Washington, D.C. last month that resulted in the shooting of two brave National Guard members demonstrates that it is past time for the United States to revisit the deficiencies of the Biden administration’s vetting process for Afghan nationals and remedy the resulting egregious security threats such a process created in the United States after the disastrous August 2021 withdrawal. The Biden administration’s assertion that all Afghan nationals who came to the U.S. in 2021 were subject to enhanced vetting has proven to be untrue.

I joined Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, and other Committee members in sending a letter to National Security Advisor Marco Rubio urging a review of the Biden administration’s vetting process for Afghan nationals. 

Read more here and here. 

2025 Academy Nominations

I recently announced my nominations for U.S. service academy appointments. Applications were received from 150 Hoosier students, and a select group of students was interviewed by our advisory board. Out of 80 offered interviews, 44 exemplary young men and women from across Indiana received a nomination to at least one service academy.

These young Hoosiers are highly qualified to serve our country, and I’m very proud of their hard work. I wish them the best of luck in their application process.

Read more here. 

Recognizing Fall Interns

I want to thank students who participated in fall internships in my Indianapolis, Washington, D.C., and New Albany offices. They assisted with daily activities and special projects related to legislation, communications, and constituent services

The Washington, D.C. internship class included (from left to right): Erik McCray, a recent Indiana University Bloomington graduate; Jorie Allen, a Bedford native and recent DePaul University graduate; Collin Monesmith, an Indianapolis native graduating from Indiana University Bloomington in December 2025; and Josie O’Rourke, a student at the University of Denver.

The Indianapolis internship class included (from left to right): Maria Abdelmalek, a Carmel native and junior at Butler University; Ryan Riddlesperger, a senior at Purdue University; Charles Alderice, a Fort Wayne native and senior at Purdue University; and Ashlyn Moritz, a Westfield native and recent Bob Jones University graduate.

The New Albany internship class included Sam Goldman Brown, a Georgetown native and student at Ivy Tech Community College in Sellersburg.

My office offers internship opportunities year-round, in both my Indiana and Washington, D.C. offices. Students who are interested in applying can click here or call 202-224-5623 to learn more.

Helping American Workers and Families Build Emergency Savings

I recently introduced the Emergency Savings Enhancement Act, legislation to help American workers and families save for unexpected expenses without having to tap into their retirement accounts.

As a father of four, I understand the impact that unexpected expenses can have on a family budget. Our bill will provide workers and families with additional options to build savings for unexpected expenses, without tapping into retirement savings. If passed, our bill will support Indiana families and build financial security for working Hoosiers.

In 2022, I led the Emergency Savings Act, which authorized these types of accounts. This new bill would build on my 2022 law to inventive and ease adoption.

Read more about this bill here and here. 

Go Hoosiers

Prior to IU's historic win in the Big Ten championship game, I shared my prediction for the game. Watch the clip here.

The success of the Hoosiers football team is truly a global story. Go Hoosiers!

C-SPAN on Youtube TV

It is great to see C-SPAN now available on YouTube TV. Giving more Americans access to this vital window into Congress is good for our country and the functioning of our federal government.

Read more here. 

Help for Hoosiers 

Navigating federal agencies can be difficult. My staff and I are here to assist Hoosiers who are having trouble receiving benefits, have questions regarding a program or procedure, or have not heard back from these agencies in a timely manner.

Learn more about how we can help here.

Local News

Roll Call - Hill insiders share favorite books of 2025

Dubois County Herald - Southern Indiana Leaders Highlight Regional Industrial Strength and SHIPS Act Opportunities

Hoosier State Today - Young recognizes fall 2025 interns for service in Indiana and Washington offices

Fox News - Senate Republicans demand vetting overhaul after shooting of National Guard members

Marshall County Post - U.S. Senators Young, Booker introduce bill to help American workers, families build emergency savings

WOWO - Indiana Could Host National FAA Drone Site

Thank you for the continued privilege to serve you in the U.S. Senate. My mission is to fight on behalf of Hoosiers and the interests that are unique to our state. I look forward to working with you, and sharing our progress, in the days ahead. 

In Service,