Ft Wayne Times

Senator Jim Banks, representing Indiana, posted a series of statements on August 19, 2025, addressing partisan politics in the state and his recent legislative and political activities.

In a post published at 15:33 UTC, Banks criticized Democratic strategies and emphasized Republican priorities in Indiana. He wrote, "For too long, Democrats have manipulated every lever of power to entrench their control, from politicizing institutions to gerrymandering districts in their favor. Here in Indiana, Republicans cannot afford to stand idly by while our conservative values are sidelined. I stand" (August 19, 2025).

Later that day at 20:27 UTC, Banks described a meeting with Dr. Stephen Miran at the White House regarding Miran's nomination to the Federal Reserve Board. He stated his support for Miran’s confirmation ahead of an upcoming Federal Reserve meeting: "Great meeting with Dr. Stephen Miran at the White House today. He’s been a great fighter for President Trump’s economic agenda and we need to confirm his nomination to the Federal Reserve Board ASAP before the Fed’s September meeting. I’m voting YES! @SteveMiran https://t.co/63DWsjMjWX" (August 19, 2025).

At 21:12 UTC on the same day, Banks shared news about his first bill as U.S. Senator being signed into law by President Trump. The legislation aims to restrict sensitive American technology from reaching foreign adversaries. Banks wrote: "Honored to be in the Oval Office today as President Trump signed my first bill as a U.S. Senator into law. Glad to partner with @RepRonnyJackson to keep sensitive American tech out of the hands of our enemies. Thank you, President Trump! https://t.co/IakfskoC7G" (August 19, 2025).

Jim Banks has served as a U.S. Representative for Indiana before becoming Senator and is known for supporting conservative policies and former President Donald Trump's initiatives.