Hamilton County remains one of Indiana’s strongest Republican counties, but it is also changing. Population growth, new residents, shifting demographics and increasingly competitive local races are all part of the political conversation.

My guest on this podcast is Hamilton County Republican Party Chair Mario Massillamany. We talk about whether Hamilton County is becoming more Democratic, how Republicans are responding to a changing electorate, and what local party leaders are watching as the 2026 election cycle takes shape.

We also discuss the upcoming Indiana Republican State Convention in Fort Wayne, where delegates will help decide the party’s nominee for Secretary of State, a contest that has drawn plenty of attention within the GOP.

Massillamany also shares his personal story, including his work as an attorney and how he became involved in local Republican politics.

It is a wide-ranging conversation about politics, Hamilton County’s future, and the challenges facing both major parties in a fast-growing suburban county.

This podcast series is sponsored by Citizens State Bank.

Listen to the podcast at this link or the link below.