Indiana GOP Rep. Jim Banks announces 2024 Senate run

Washington — Republican Rep. Jim Banks of Indiana announced Tuesday he is running for the U.S. Senate, mounting a bid to succeed Sen. Mike Braun, who is running for governor.

Banks launched his campaign with a two-minute video highlighting his military service, during which he deployed to Afghanistan, and his work in the House, where he represents Indiana's 3rd Congressional District. 

"Radical socialist Democrats are trying to change America, but I won't let them. I've been on the front lines fighting for 'America First' policies in Congress," Banks said in the digital ad announcing his Senate run, referencing former President Donald Trump's agenda.