The Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission has hit Attorney General Todd Rokita with new charges, his second misconduct accusation since taking office.

The charges come from a press release Rokita issued after the Supreme Court’s ruling, which the commission says contradicted his sworn affidavit used to settle the case.

Indiana justices will ultimately decide if misconduct occurred and what discipline is needed.

Rokita responded, stating, “The lawfare continues and is aimed at silencing me because they don’t like what I say on behalf of Hoosiers who spoke loudly at the ballot box recently. This is an attempt to take away their voices as well.”

He added, “These never-ending investigations have created unnecessary distractions and expenses, and despite my offer to take responsibility well over a year ago, this matter continues to be revisited by politically passionate people who have weaponized the process.”

Rokita also defended his actions: “The claim that my press statement contradicts the agreement is wrong. The agreement required me to acknowledge the disciplinary process and accept the reprimand, which I did – it did not require me to forfeit my right to speak truthfully about what happened regarding a major political and policy matter.”

Rokita concluded, “I remain committed to enforcing the law, protecting Hoosiers, and defending their rights, undeterred by efforts to create further controversy where none should exist.”