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Senator Todd Young highlights radio appearance and discusses trucking and energy issues

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Senator Todd Young, US Senator for Indiana | Official U.S. Senate headshot

Senator Todd Young, US Senator for Indiana | Official U.S. Senate headshot

Senator Todd Young shared updates on social media about recent activities and policy positions, including a radio appearance, support for truck drivers in Indiana, and opposition to a Senate resolution affecting energy costs.

On September 16, 2025, Young posted about his participation in a local radio program: "Started my morning with Randy and Jim on @1400WBAT’s Good Morning Grant County. Listen to our full conversation here: https://t.co/Ef9eoPKKvZ".

Later that day, he acknowledged the contributions of truck drivers in Indiana during Truck Driver Appreciation Week. In his post from September 16, 2025, Young stated: "As the Crossroads of America, Indiana knows how vital truckers are to our daily lives. In Indiana, trucking represents 56,960 jobs, and during #TruckDriverAppreciationWeek, we thank our Hoosier truckers." The trucking industry is a significant part of Indiana's economy, providing tens of thousands of jobs across the state.

On September 17, 2025, Young addressed federal energy policy following Senate Democrats' attempt to pass a resolution impacting power plants in Indiana. He wrote: "Today, Senate Democrats tried to pass a resolution that would raise energy costs for Hoosiers by reinstating outdated limits on Indiana’s power plants. I spoke against this resolution because our federal energy policy should reflect today’s realities, not yesterday’s grid." The debate over energy regulations has been ongoing at both state and federal levels as policymakers weigh environmental concerns against economic impacts.

Senator Todd Young represents Indiana in the U.S. Senate and frequently uses social media platforms to communicate with constituents about legislative actions and local events.

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