MOGOP Statement on Treasurer Schmitt’s Decision Not to Enter U.S. Senate Race
The Missouri Republican Party released this statement following Treasurer Eric Schmitt’s decision not to enter the 2018 U.S. Senate race. “Treasurer Schmitt is a stalwart conservative, and we are grateful for his unwavering commitment to our party and to Missouri,” said Austin Stukins, Executive Director of the Missouri Republican Party. “Treasurer Schmitt has proven to be an asset to the Republican Party,… More
Hey! Let’s Hold Her Accountable!
Team MOGOP is incredibly proud of Missouri's long history as an agricultural powerhouse! In fact, as you probably already know, we declared August "Salute to Agriculture" month. We wanted to thank and celebrate all of the hard-working farmers, ranchers, and other rural Missourians who keep our agricultural industry strong and robust. As we continue our salute to agriculture, one thing has become very clear: Claire McCaskill… More
Republicans Sweep Missouri Special Elections, Signaling Trouble on the Horizon for Claire McCaskill
Missouri delivered an unmistakable message as a result of recent special elections: Republican values and conservative principles are driving voters. Republicans swept the elections, as Representative Sandy Crawford was elected to fill the state Senate seat that belonged to Mike Parson, vacant since he became Missouri’s Lieutenant Governor and GOP candidate Sara Walsh won the vacant House seat in District… More
Missouri Republican Party Congratulates Senator-Elect Crawford
The Missouri Republican Party released the following statement on the special election to fill the vacant seat in State Senate District 28. “Congratulations to Senator-elect Sandy Crawford on her well-deserved victory in today’s special election. Sandy is a dedicated public servant who embodies the very best of our party’s values - having shown unwavering support for causes and policies that grow… More
Missouri Republican Party Congratulates Representative-Elect Sara Walsh
The Missouri Republican Party released the following statement on the special election to fill the vacant seat in the Missouri House of Representatives, District 50. “We want to express our warmest congratulations to Sara Walsh, whose enthusiasm and heart to serve her party has inspired us all. Sara is a dedicated conservative with a strong work ethic, and we look… More
MOGOP Expresses Its Condolences to the Clinton Community Following the Death of Officer Gary Michael
The Missouri Republican Party released this statement following the death of Officer Gary Michael, a 37-year-old Clinton, Missouri police officer who was shot during a routine traffic stop late Sunday night. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Michael’s loved ones, the Clinton Police Department, and the entire Clinton community as they mourn this tragic loss,” said Austin Stukins, Executive Director… More
In Latest Bout of Hypocrisy, McCaskill Tries to Forget She’s a Career Politician
Recent comments by Senator Claire McCaskill's campaign mark the latest in a long line of glaring hypocrisy from McCaskill. In an attempt to undermine prospective opponents, McCaskill's campaign made broad sweeping criticisms of "ladder-climbing" politicians. This is especially puzzling coming from McCaskill, who has made a 35-year career out of jumping from one elected office to the next. "Again, Claire… More
Attorney General Hawley’s Message to Backpage: The Truth is Coming for You
JEFFERSON CITY -- Attorney General Josh Hawley is leaving no room for excuses when it comes to holding Backpage.com accountable for its involvement in human trafficking. In May, Hawley announced an investigation into allegations of human trafficking by Backpage. Last month, Backpage retaliated by filing a lawsuit to block the investigation. But Hawley isn't backing down. Today, he announced he filed a motion to dismiss Backpage's… More
Despite War on Painkillers, McCaskill Secretly Profits From Drug Companies Who Sell Them
Recent revelations indicate that Senator Claire McCaskill’s investigation into opioid manufacturers omitted at least one big culprit from whom she personally profited. In March 2017, as part of her efforts to publicly decry the opioid crisis, McCaskill launched an investigation into several opioid manufacturers. Although McCaskill touted her investigation as a true watchdog effort, she failed to target several companies that posed a much… More