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Indiana · Indiana Secretary of State · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Max Engling

Republican

Political aide and candidate for IN-05 in 2024

2026 race · Indiana Secretary of State

63% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

37%63%

45% chance of winning · race rated Toss-up

55%45%
● Beau Bayh● Max EnglingAlso: Lauri Shillings (L), Greg Ballard (I)
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