Former Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill has officially entered the 2024 Republican gubernatorial primary, aiming to succeed the outgoing Governor Eric Holcomb. Hill, who previously served as the Elkhart County prosecutor, shared his campaign announcement exclusively with Fox News Digital.

Hill's campaign emphasizes his conservative credentials and executive experience, highlighting his prior efforts to bring "transparency, efficiency, and effectiveness" to the Attorney General's office. They believe he can replicate this success as governor, holding officials accountable and prioritizing the needs of Indiana residents.

In a statement, Hill expressed his vision for Indiana, focusing on reinforcing traditional values, restoring trust in state institutions, protecting children, supporting law enforcement, bolstering the economy, and resisting federal overreach. He underscored his deep Hoosier roots and the growing support his campaign is attracting.

During his time as Attorney General, Hill's campaign notes his focus on accountability, pro-life advocacy, and defending businesses and churches against government restrictions. Hill, a resident of Elkhart, is married to a schoolteacher, Teresa, and they have five children.

Hill's political career includes a 2016 victory as state attorney general after 14 years as a prosecutor. While once considered a rising star in the Republican party, his tenure was marked by allegations of groping women at a 2018 party. Though Hill denied the accusations, the state Supreme Court suspended his law license for 30 days after finding evidence of battery. These allegations contributed to his narrow loss in the 2020 Republican attorney general primary. Last year, he also unsuccessfully sought to replace the late U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski on the ballot.

His entry into the already competitive gubernatorial race adds another layer of complexity to the contest, joining U.S. Sen. Mike Braun, Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, and businessman Eric Doden in the fight for the Republican nomination.