Indiana Secretary of State Candidates to Participate in Live Televised Debate
FOX59 and CBS4 will host a live televised debate for Indiana Secretary of State candidates prior to the November election.

Indianapolis, IN, September 20, 2026 —
Indiana voters will have the opportunity to watch candidates for Secretary of State participate in a live, televised debate ahead of the upcoming November election. The event is set to be hosted by local television stations FOX59 and CBS4.
This debate aims to provide a platform for the candidates to discuss their platforms, qualifications, and visions for the state’s election oversight and business services agency. The specific date and time for the debate have not yet been announced, nor have the participating candidates been officially confirmed by the hosting stations. However, the broadcast is planned to take place prior to the November election, allowing voters to gather information as they prepare to cast their ballots.
The Secretary of State’s office in Indiana is responsible for a range of duties, including overseeing elections, managing business registrations, and enforcing securities laws. Candidates typically seek to highlight their plans for ensuring election integrity, supporting small businesses, and fostering economic growth within the state. A televised debate format is often a key moment in a campaign, offering candidates direct engagement with voters and a chance to differentiate themselves on critical issues.
As the election cycle progresses, further details regarding the debate’s agenda, format, and the specific candidates who will be involved are expected to be released by FOX59 and CBS4. The stations are anticipated to provide extensive coverage leading up to and following the event, underscoring its importance in the electoral process for Indiana.
Story summarized from the original created by David Gay on fox59.com, see more information here.
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