Fort Wayne, Indiana – On Election Day, Congressman Marlin Stutzman made a last‑minute appeal to voters in Indiana’s 3rd Congressional District, stressing the importance of maintaining Republican control of the U.S. House of Representatives. Speaking with Fort Wayne’s Morning News, Stutzman linked the district’s future to the broader national agenda championed by President Donald Trump.
Trump’s late‑day push and economic priorities
Stutzman praised President Trump’s final campaign push for Republican candidates, noting that the president’s endorsement energizes the party’s base. He argued that a Republican‑led House will allow the administration to continue policies that protect American jobs and keep taxes low.
Addressing affordability, Stutzman pointed to the need for bringing manufacturing jobs back to the United States. He cited Steel Dynamics, a growing steel producer in the district, as an example of how the Trump administration’s tariff policy is helping to shift production away from China and back to Indiana.
Tax stability and gas‑tax relief
Stutzman reminded voters that Republicans have prevented scheduled income‑tax increases and have made current tax rates permanent, providing certainty for families and businesses. He contrasted Indiana’s decision to suspend gas taxes with the approach taken by Michigan’s governor, arguing that Indiana’s Republican leaders are focused on delivering tangible relief to residents.
Opposition to a Northeast Indiana casino
The congressman reiterated his opposition to a proposed casino that would affect Allen, DeKalb and Steuben counties. He warned that introducing what he called “the wrong type of business” could alter the region’s agricultural, manufacturing and community traditions, changing the cultural fabric that makes Northeast Indiana special.
Warnings about a Democratic House
Stutzman cautioned that if Democrats gain control of the House, the nation could see an increase in investigations and impeachment efforts rather than forward‑moving legislation. He framed the Democratic Party as having moved away from its historic focus on unions and working‑class voters.
Personal note and final call
Sharing a personal anecdote, Stutzman said he had already voted early with his family, noting that his son Peyton recently left for boot camp. He urged undecided voters to consider America’s history and future, emphasizing that the nation’s success is rooted in freedom and that the Republican Party is better positioned to protect those liberties.
Stutzman’s remarks come as the district’s voters head to the polls to decide whether he will secure another term in Congress. The outcome will influence the balance of power in the House for the remainder of President Trump’s term.
Original reporting: WOWO News/Talk (Fort Wayne) — read the source article.
