Indiana Governor Mike Braun Commemorates Veterans Day, Highlights State's Support for Veterans
Indiana Governor Mike Braun, alongside Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and other local leaders, commemorated Veterans Day at the Indiana War Memorial in downtown Indianapolis. According to WFYI, Governor Braun spoke about his father's service in World War II and emphasized the importance of duty, sacrifice, and service to the country. He highlighted Indiana's significant progress in supporting its veterans over the past year, noting an 18.7% decline in veteran homelessness, which is the second-largest percentage decrease among U.S. states. Additionally, Indiana's veteran unemployment rate in 2025 was 1.7%, half the national average. The event, organized by the Veterans Day Council of Indianapolis, also featured Brig. Gen. Cathleen Eaken, who urged attendees to reach out to veterans in their lives.
