Former Commissioner Sues Governor | Fort Wayne News

Fort Wayne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 11, 2026 · 1m

Former Indiana Utility Regulatory Commissioner Andy Zay is suing Governor Mike Braun and top state officials after being abruptly fired just weeks after voting for a controversial rate hike — and before being demoted from chair. Zay claims he was never given a clear reason for his dismissal, only learning through the media, with the official explanation being vague: “non-adherence to state policies.” His lawsuit seeks to overturn his removal, demand reinstatement as chair, and declare his ousting unlawful — setting off a high-stakes legal showdown over accountability and power in state…