Ft Wayne Times

Senator Jim Banks, a U.S. Senator from Indiana, posted several statements on his Twitter account on August 29, 2025, commenting on figures within the current administration and sharing opinions about national political figures.

In a post at 15:16 UTC, Banks praised Steve Witkoff’s leadership in the administration. He wrote, "Steve Witkoff is one of the most impressive leaders in the administration. While anonymous diplomats keep taking shots and missing, he’s out here actually getting things done. He’s one of the greatest dealmakers in business and using that to fight hard for the President’s".

Later that day at 20:34 UTC, Banks voiced support for awarding former President Donald Trump with international recognition. He stated, "My friend @VanHipp is right. Give President Trump the Nobel Peace Prize. Here's the pathway for President Trump to receive his much-deserved Nobel Peace Prize".

At 22:14 UTC on August 29, Banks commented on an endorsement involving Robert F. Kennedy Jr., posting "Best possible endorsement yet of RFK Jr. that I’ve seen."

Jim Banks has served as a U.S. Senator since January 2025 after previously representing Indiana's Third Congressional District in the House of Representatives.