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During QPAC Week, Trump Lays Plans to “Exact Revenge” on Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp

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During QPAC Week, Trump Lays Plans to “Exact Revenge” on Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp

According to Politico, Donald Trump has told advisors he’s eager to “exact revenge […] against Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp” for failing to overturn his state’s election results in Trump’s favor. Trump has been actively recruiting primary challengers against Kemp in Georgia, including Rep. Doug Collins and football player Herschel Walker. Trump is also gearing up…

At QPAC, Ron DeSantis Touts Florida’s Corrupt Vaccine Rollout As a Model for the Nation

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At QPAC, Ron DeSantis Touts Florida’s Corrupt Vaccine Rollout As a Model for the Nation

At QPAC this morning, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis advertised his state as a model for handling the pandemic, saying “Florida got it right.” In MAGA fantasyland, that might be true, but in reality, DeSantis has politicized the distribution of the state’s limited vaccine supply, allowing his political allies and those in affluent communities to jump the…

GOP Civil War: Amanda Chase Calls “Foul” on Pete Snyder Staffer Who Plays Advisory Role on Nominating Committee

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GOP Civil War: Amanda Chase Calls “Foul” on Pete Snyder Staffer Who Plays Advisory Role on Nominating Committee

This week, the Virginia GOP voted to reaffirm their decision to hold a convention over frontrunner Amanda Chase’s objections – a move VA Republican voters are calling “rigged” and “an absolute joke.”  More evidence came out today to further their suspicions. It turns out one of candidate Pete Snyder’s senior staff members plays an advisory role on the State Central Committee,…

GOP Govs Planning to Attend QPAC Pal Around with Conspiracy Theorists for Political Gain

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GOP Govs Planning to Attend QPAC Pal Around with Conspiracy Theorists for Political Gain

Today is day one of QPAC, and the Republican governors who plan to attend are wasting no time – already cozying up to people who pushed the dangerous “big lie” that led to the January 6th insurrection.  South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is set to hold a fundraiser in Florida with Donald Trump Jr. and…

As House Votes On American Rescue Plan, Will Rep. Mike Gallagher Fail To Help Wisconsinites For The Second Time?

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As House Votes On American Rescue Plan, Will Rep. Mike Gallagher Fail To Help Wisconsinites For The Second Time?

Last night, House Republicans attempted to adjourn and leave Washington before voting on the American Rescue Plan, a COVID-19 relief package which includes help for struggling small businesses, direct payments to Americans, support for schools, and more. The bill, which is scheduled for a vote in the House tomorrow, is extremely popular – 70% percent…

As House Votes On American Rescue Plan, Will Rep. Pete Stauber Fail To Help Minnesotans For The Second Time?

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As House Votes On American Rescue Plan, Will Rep. Pete Stauber Fail To Help Minnesotans For The Second Time?

Last night, House Republicans attempted to adjourn and leave Washington before voting on the American Rescue Plan, a COVID-19 relief package which includes help for struggling small businesses, direct payments to Americans, support for schools, and more. The bill, which is scheduled for a vote in the House tomorrow, is extremely popular – 70% percent of Americans support…

As House Votes On American Rescue Plan, Will Rep. Mark Amodei Fail To Help Nevadans For The Second Time?

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As House Votes On American Rescue Plan, Will Rep. Mark Amodei Fail To Help Nevadans For The Second Time?

Last night, House Republicans attempted to adjourn and leave Washington before voting on the American Rescue Plan, a COVID-19 relief package which includes help for struggling small businesses, direct payments to Americans, support for schools, and more. The bill, which is scheduled for a vote in the House tomorrow, is extremely popular – 70% percent of Americans support…

Dem Govs Get It Done: Democratic Governors Urge Congress to Fund Improvements to Unemployment Systems

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Dem Govs Get It Done: Democratic Governors Urge Congress to Fund Improvements to Unemployment Systems

This week, Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf, and Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers urged Congressional leadership to fast track funding for IT modernization. Increased federal funding would assist states in responding to the COVID-19 crisis and help them be prepared for future economic downturns.  The governors’ request to Congress includes creating a state-led…

ICYMI: QPAC Continues to Come Under Fire For Elevating Election Lies As GOP Govs Commit to Joining

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ICYMI: QPAC Continues to Come Under Fire For Elevating Election Lies As GOP Govs Commit to Joining

The QPAC conference set to start on Thursday this week continues to come under fire for panels scheduled to repeat the dangerous conspiracy theory that spurred violent riots on January 6th. Still, GOP governors and candidates are committed to attending the conference – blatantly siding with extremists who push dangerous conspiracy theories. QPAC’s “protecting elections” panels, which…

Govs On Deck – February 24, 2021

Govs on Deck

Govs On Deck – February 24, 2021

What a lovely Wednesday (at least in D.C.)! Welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck!” As a reminder, your favorite newsletter comes out on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.  As always, questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter too – @A_Tall_Turner, @CEAmestoy, @SamNewton, and @andersonkayjay. We want this to be helpful, so…

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