Todd Graves Elected Missouri GOP Chairman
COLUMBIA—The Missouri Republican State Committee elected Kansas City area attorney Todd Graves as the new state GOP Chairman on Saturday, January 7th. Graves’ election, which was unanimous, comes on the heels of a historic election cycle for Missouri Republicans, which saw the GOP sweep all seven statewide elections while retaining super-majorities in the General Assembly and continuing to increase our… More
MO Lawmakers Call on Sen. McCaskill to Support Missouri Farmers
Missouri Republican lawmakers are calling on Senator Claire McCaskill to vote to confirm Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt as Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. Pruitt has been a strong and consistent voice against federal government overreach, leading the charge against the Waters of the United States rule, an instance of federal overreach Missouri farmers are all too familiar with.… More
MO GOP Statement on the Passing of Phyllis Schlafly
John Hancock, Chairman of the Missouri Republican Party, released the following statement on the passing of Phyllis Schlafly: “America has lost a national treasure and conservative icon. Phyllis Schlafly spent most of her life at the forefront of the grassroots conservative movement, championing family values and strong national security. Until her final days, she remained an aggressive and vocal advocate… More
MOGOP Statement on the Passing of Betty Sims
John Hancock, Chairman of the Missouri Republican Party, released the following statement on the passing of former State Senator Betty Sims: “Betty Sims was a dear friend for almost 30 years, and I am deeply saddened to learn of her passing. Betty was a great leader and a true trailblazer in Missouri politics. An effective legislator of the highest personal… More
Meet the 2016 Missouri Republican Statewide Candidates
Donald Trump Candidate for President A graduate of the Wharton School of Finance, Mr. Trump is an accomplished author of over fifteen bestsellers. Trump is best known for building some of the most prestigious and luxurious hotels in the world. Trump has also excelled in the Entertainment industry launching the number one television show, “The Apprentice.” His show has raised… More
GOP Primary Candidates Endorse Republican Ticket
Following the results of Tuesday’s primary, the entire Republican primary field has united behind the statewide Republican ticket of Roy Blunt, Eric Greitens, Mike Parson, Jay Ashcroft, Eric Schmitt, and Josh Hawley. “After a vigorous primary campaign, Missouri Republicans are united behind the GOP nominees,” said John Hancock, Chairman of the Missouri Republican Party. “All of the primary candidates who… More
National Convention Delegation Election Results
National Convention Delegates: David Baker Carl Bearden Kim Benz Lance Beshore Hardy Billington Jennifer Bukowsky Eric Burlison Madeleine Castle John Combest Jim Cooper David Courtway Stanley Cox Jason Crowell Paul Curtman Susie Eckelkamp Bev Ehlen George Engelbach Jennifer Finch Valinda Freed Derrick Good Sam Graves Robyn Hamlin John Hancock Mark Harder Kay Hoflander Chris Howard Mark Anthony Jones Michael Kehoe… More
MOGOP Statement on the Treasurer’s Race
JEFFERSON CITY—John Hancock, Chairman of the Missouri Republican Party, released the following statement regarding the State Treasurer’s race: “Missouri Republicans will be united behind our Republican ticket this November. The announcement by State Senator Dan Brown to withdraw his name as a candidate for Treasurer and endorse Senator Eric Schmitt is another signal of unity for our Party. We commend… More
Missouri GOP Poised for 2016 Success as Filing Closes
As candidate filing closes, it is clear that the Missouri Republican Party is once again poised for success in the 2016 election cycle. In total, 254 Republican candidates filed for office, according to the Secretary of State. In the State House, Republicans have filed candidates in 133 districts. By contrast, 66 districts have no Democrat challenger—meaning that Republicans must only… More
