Destiny Scott Wells

Destiny Scott Wells began serving in the U.S. Army Reserve in 2003. She earned a high school diploma from Martinsville High School. She also earned a bachelor's degree from Indiana University in 2006 and a law degree from the University of Texas School of Law in 2011. Her career experience includes working as an attorney.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m Destiny Wells—an attorney, U.S. Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel, and combat veteran with more than two decades of service at the local, state, federal, and multinational levels. I previously served as a Deputy Attorney General for Indiana and have spent my career working at the intersection of law, national security, and public service.

I’m also a mother and Indianapolis resident who understands firsthand the pressures families face as costs rise and opportunities feel increasingly out of reach. I’m running for Congress to bring experienced, independent leadership focused on accountability, affordability, and economic opportunity for Indiana’s 7th District.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Lower Costs. I’m running because too many families in Indianapolis feel as if the system isn’t built for them anymore. Costs keep going up—healthcare, housing, utilities—and people feel like decisions are being made without them. I believe representation means showing up, being honest, and keeping people informed, especially when big decisions are happening that affect their lives. Whether it’s utility acquisitions, water access, or large-scale development, people deserve honesty and a voice—and federal resources should reach neighborhoods that have been overlooked.Clean Government. Public service has been my life’s work. I’m an attorney and a U.S. Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel with more than two decades of service. I’ve worked in government—I recognize what works and what does not. Leadership should be independent and accountable. I don’t take corporate PAC money from companies trying to influence policy, and I’m focused on putting constituents first and delivering results people can feel in their daily lives.Freedom and Civil Rights. I believe freedom and civil rights are fundamental—and they require constant protection. That means defending voting rights, protecting reproductive freedom, and ensuring people are treated fairly regardless of who they are or where they live. I also believe the government should respect individual liberty while ensuring equal access to opportunity. At a time when many rights people assumed were settled are being challenged, I’m running to protect those freedoms and make sure everyone in our community has a voice and a fair shot.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I’m especially focused on how big decisions affect everyday life in our communities. Things like energy use, water access, and large developments—including data centers—can have lasting effects, and people deserve to be part of those conversations before decisions are made. I care about responsible growth that protects resources and keeps costs manageable for families.

I’m also passionate about creating real pathways to good-paying jobs, strengthening access to healthcare, and making sure federal investments actually reach neighborhoods and make a difference people can see and feel.

Campaign websiteScott Wells' campaign website stated the following:healthcare without debtNo one should avoid the doctor because they’re worried about the bill that follows. I support universal healthcare that includes mental health, dental, vision, and reproductive care. People should be able to address problems early, not wait until they become worse and more expensive.childcare & paid leaveFamilies are doing brutal math every month. For some parents, childcare costs more than housing. That’s upside down. We need affordable childcare and paid leave that gives families room to breathe.work that pays If you work full time, you should be able to build a stable life. I support raising the federal minimum wage and protecting the right to organize. Work should cover the basics and allow people to get ahead.strong public schoolsEvery child deserves a solid education. Congress must fully fund special education and support teachers so they can stay in the classroom and focus on students.housing families can affordWorking families shouldn’t be bidding against hedge funds for starter homes. We need more housing supply and serious investment in affordability, along with rules that protect regular buyers.lower energy billsEnergy policy should lower your monthly bill, not make it unpredictable. Clean energy and grid upgrades can create jobs and protect ratepayers, but they must be done responsibly.clean air & waterThe air we breathe and the water we drink should not harm our health. Microplastics are showing up in our rivers and in our bodies. That’s a warning sign. I support stronger enforcement against polluters, modernizing environmental standards, and making sure corporations are not cutting corners at the public’s expense.safer communitiesOur first responders show up every day. They deserve federal support that actually helps on the ground. I support responsible gun laws, including safe storage requirements and steps to keep firearms out of dangerous hands.veterans firstVeterans did their part. We need to do ours. That means modernizing the VA, cutting delays, and making care easier to access. It also means allowing access to medical marijuana and CBD.protecting the vulnerableGovernment must protect people from discrimination, violence, and systems that strip away dignity. That means defending LGBTQ+ Americans with equal protection in health care, housing, and employment, and building a humane immigration system grounded in due process and human rights.government that worksGovernment should serve people. Period. End subsidies that do not create real jobs. Ban insider stock trading in Congress. Push for term limits through a constitutional amendment. Reduce dark money. Rebuild trust.— Destiny Scott Wells' campaign website (April 16, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

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Campaign website

Destiny Scott Wells' campaign website stated the following:

DESTINY WELLS' VALUES

Destiny's policy positions closely align with her values and belief that Indiana's Attorney General must get back to being the people's attorney.

Safeguarding Medical Privacy

Protecting Workers' Rights

Restoring Integrity to the Office of the Indiana Attorney General[2]

—Destiny Scott Wells' campaign website (2024)[3]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Destiny grew up in a blue collar family in Morgan County, where she learned the importance of the values that small-town Hoosiers hold dear: family, freedom, and progress. She is the daughter of eight generations of farmers, whose love for working the land has stayed true even through hardship.

She left home to attend Indiana University as a first generation college student. And in the throes of 9/11, she enlisted in the Army National Guard at the age of 19 and later joined Army ROTC. In the military she found what many of us are looking for: a steady paycheck, health care, a path toward retirement, and the ability to serve my country and my community.

Over 19 years later, she is a U.S. Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel, and she continues to proudly serve. Outside of the military, she also became a lawyer and an entrepreneur.

In the service she met her husband, Oliver, a military intelligence Lieutenant Colonel in the Indiana Army National Guard. They are raising two sons, Owen (11) and Harrison (3). They’re never too far from both their families’ farms—Oliver’s in Rochester and Destiny’s in Martinsville.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Ensure Free and Fair Elections for all HoosiersProvide Hoosier entrepreneurs and small businesses the freedom to thriveIncrease voter participation so election results reflect the values of Hoosier voters

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Indiana is 46th in the country in registered voter turnout. In 2020 when the stakes were existentially high, 1.6 million registered Indiana voters stayed home. Hoosiers must exercise agency in the democratic process by casting a vote, or risk losing democracy all together. This is a matter of national security.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

I'm running for Indiana Secretary of State to safeguard democracy and the freedom to vote right here at home. I have worked at all levels of government—local, state, federal, and the multi-national level with NATO. As an attorney, I've been Associate Corporation Counsel for the City of Indianapolis and Marion County, and Deputy Attorney General for the State of Indiana. And as a military intelligence officer, I have seen first hand the state of democracy across the world.