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Statement From Chairman Josh McKoon

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 23:07:21 GMT

In a proactive effort to support the recovery process, our legal counsel initiated communication with the Receiver, who is diligently working to sort through the records related to First Liberty's collapse. The Receiver’s initiative aims to recover assets and restore the losses suffered by hundreds of investors.

Today, just 10 calendar days after the Receiver’s appointment, the Georgia Republican Party has completed its diligent review of its records dating to 2021, communicated collaboratively with the Receiver to determine the maximum amount of contributions to be returned, and has delivered a payment of $36,843.97 to Receiver Gregory Hays, representing all contributions received from Brant Frost IV and his immediate family members from January 1, 2021, to the present.

Through this proactive cooperation with the Receiver, the Georgia Republican Party has taken a significant step in addressing the unfortunate circumstances surrounding the collapse of First Liberty.

While we were under no legal obligation to take this action, we voluntarily complied with the Receiver's suggestion regarding the timeframe and scope of the donations. This decision reflects our commitment to doing what is right for the victims of this unfortunate situation.

On behalf of our Party, I am profoundly saddened that members of our conservative movement, along with many others, were misled by false promises of safe investments. This has left countless Georgians facing uncertain futures and financial distress.

I want to emphasize that the Party’s action is rooted in compassion and integrity, aimed at supporting the victims and their families. It has not been made at the demand of any level of government or any candidate for office, but rather is the discharge of our moral duty to do our part to assist those who have been affected by this tragedy.

The Georgia Republican Party remains dedicated to ensuring that the interests of our constituents are prioritized, and we will continue to vigorously advocate for those who have suffered as a result of these events.

House Bill 397 Clears Key Hurdle Toward Passage

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 15:56:41 GMT

Georgia Republicans Continue Fight for Election Integrity

Dear Fellow Republicans,

I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed Republican elected officials especially: Rep. Tim Fleming, Rep. Victor Anderson, Sen. Sam Watson, Sen. Max Burns, Sen. Rick Williams, and Senate Majority Leader Steve Gooch. Special thanks also goes to Speaker Pro Tem Jan Jones and Speaker Jon Burns. I also want to praise Lt. Governor Burt Jones for his leadership this session on election integrity. Their unwavering support and dedication have been instrumental in advancing House Bill 397 through the legislative process.

I also want to acknowledge the exceptional leadership of Brad Carver and the hard work of the Election Confidence Task Force. Your commitment to ensuring the integrity of our electoral process is commendable and vital to maintaining public trust in our elections.

As we stand on the brink of passage for this critical election integrity legislation, it's important to highlight the key provisions of HB 397. This bill will facilitate our withdrawal from the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC), moving the State Election Board to the State Accounting Office for better oversight. It empowers the SEB to make rules year-round while ensuring that these rules take effect with ample time before elections—addressing concerns for third-party candidates and enhancing overall electoral fairness.

Moreover, HB 397 includes vital measures to prevent the illegal opening of election offices and establishes stringent surveillance for drop boxes, ensuring the security of our voting processes. It also allows cities the option to opt out of Saturday voting, further tailoring our electoral system to meet the needs of our communities.

Together, we have made significant strides and I urge all of our great Republican legislators to support the final passage of HB 397. This legislation represents a crucial step toward reinforcing the integrity of our elections and safeguarding the democratic process in Georgia. Thank you for your commitment to this important cause.

Best regards,

Josh McKoon

Chairman

Georgia Republican Party

Barbara Rivera Holmes Appointed Labor Commissioner

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:29:31 GMT

Governor Kemp taps Albany Chamber leader to fill Bruce Thompson’s seat

The Georgia Republican Party would like to congratulate Barbara Rivera Holmes on her appointment as Labor Commissioner, succeeding the late Bruce Thompson.

Commissioner Holmes brings an impressive, bilingual background in media, business, and organizational leadership, all of which are vital in steering the Department of Labor.

Chairman Josh McKoon stated, “I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Barbara Rivera Holmes on her historic appointment as Georgia's Labor Commissioner. Her achievement as the first Latina to hold a statewide constitutional office is a significant milestone for our state and a testament to the variety of talent present within the Republican Party.

I want to thank Governor Brian Kemp for this excellent choice. Barbara's extensive background in economic development and her dedication to serving her community make her the ideal candidate to lead the Department of Labor during a crucial time. Her commitment to transparency, trust, and transformational leadership will undoubtedly enhance the agency's ability to support Georgians seeking employment and economic opportunities.

As we move forward, I am confident that Commissioner Holmes will bring a fresh perspective and innovative solutions to the challenges that lie ahead. We look forward to her contributions and leadership in empowering all Georgians to succeed."

Fani Willis Denied in Superior Court

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:49:11 GMT

Disgraced Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’ attempt to duck a lawful subpoena from the Georgia State Senate has been denied

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’ attempt to duck a lawful subpoena from the Georgia State Senate has been denied by Fulton County Superior Court Judge Shukura Ingram. Willis’ argument was a Hail Mary of a legal theory that her subpoena was invalid because the Senate Special Committee on Investigations was formed in the previous cycle of the Georgia General Assembly. In her decision, Judge Ingram noted the absurdity of the argument, speaking hypothetically “if every time a subpoena is issued by a Special Committee, a recipient can simply litigate its validity and enforcement until the General Assembly reconstitutes and then they have to start over, this would be an absurd result indeed.” The Georgia Republican Party has been steadfast in its support of the creation and perpetuation of this Georgia State Senate Committee. This legal victory is just one more step in compelling Willis’ appearance before the bipartisan committee to answer key questions about the true nature of her RICO case against President Trump and our Republican electors. Georgians MUST get answers regarding the relationship her office had with the Biden Administration, the sham House January 6 Committee, the media, and anyone else who conspired to deny voters of their Civil Rights by seeking to imprison political opponents, drain Republican finances, and intimidate regular people from involving themselves in grassroots politics. Additionally, Georgians deserve answers regarding possible perjury by officers of the court during the disqualification hearings last year. To paraphrase Willis herself in 2021, this investigation should go wherever the facts lead and those responsible must be held accountable!

Election Confidence Task Force Celebrates Key Committee Passage

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:54:37 GMT

HB 12 clears first hurdle toward full passage

The work of the Georgia Republican Party Election Confidence Task Force is beginning to bear fruit! We want to congratulate Rep. Martin Momtahan and the House Governmental Affairs Committee for passage of HB 215 (Voter List Integrity Act).

HB 215 removes Georgia from the ERIC (Electronic Registration Information Center) system. It prohibits the Secretary of State from sharing sensitive private voter information with third party groups that share voter data outside of the explicit purpose of removing deceased, duplicate, or otherwise ineligible voters from the voter rolls.

Georgia taxpayers have been spending nearly $100,000 annually only to have bloated voter rolls. This bill will allow counties to conduct thorough voter list maintenance without compromising the privacy of Georgia’s citizens.

Ten states that used to be members of ERIC have quit the organization, citing the partisanship and data privacy concerns. In fact, every state around Georgia has quit ERIC and South Carolina has legislation to do the same.

We commend Rep. Martin Momtahan for his strong election integrity efforts.

Sincerely,

Josh McKoon

Chairman

Georgia Republican Party

Support SB 57 in the Senate Judiciary Committee

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:55:48 GMT

Urgent: Support For SB 57 in the Senate Judiciary Committee is needed

Dear Georgia Republicans,

We hope this message finds you well. We want to bring your attention to an important piece of legislation, Senate Bill 57, known as the "Freedom of Speech and Belief Act." This bill is designed to protect the constitutional rights of our citizens by prohibiting discrimination in the provision of essential services based on the lawful exercise of those rights.

Key highlights of SB 57 include:

- Protection of Constitutional Rights : The bill ensures that individuals are not denied essential financial and utility services based on their exercise of rights such as speech, association, and religious practice.

- Definitions and Scope : It clearly defines essential services and prohibits the use of social credit scores that could lead to discrimination against our citizens.

- Enforcement Mechanisms : SB 57 provides individuals with the ability to seek damages and hold service providers accountable for violations.

This critical legislation is currently up for a vote in the Senate Judiciary Committee at 2:00 PM today . We urge you to contact the Republican Senators on the Committee and encourage them to vote YES to advance SB 57. Your support is vital in ensuring that our freedoms are upheld and that Georgians can access essential services without fear of discrimination.

Please reach out to the following Republican Senators on the Committee:

Brian Strickland (404) 656-0508

Bill Cowsert: (404) 463-1366

John F. Kennedy: (404) 656-6578

Greg Dolezal: (404) 656-0040

Steve Gooch: (404) 656-9221

Bo Hatchett: (404) 656-7454

Shawn Still: (404) 656-7127

Blake Tillery: (404) 656-5038

Ben Watson: (404) 656-7880

Your voice matters, and together we can protect the rights of our citizens.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter.

- Georgia Republican Party

Georgia Republican Party Releases Bold Election Integrity Legislative Agenda

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:59:49 GMT

Chairman McKoon announces election related priorities for 2025 legislative session

Georgia Republican Party Chairman Josh McKoon announced a series of bold election integrity priorities for the 2025 legislative session, stating:

“While we are grateful for the positive changes made in 2024, the Georgia Republican Party remains as committed as ever to continuing the pursuit of Election Integrity legislation in the 2025 Georgia General Assembly.

We look forward to working with our Republican majorities in the State Senate and State House of Representatives on our list of priorities (listed below).”

Voter registration by party and closed partisan primary elections.
Codification of rules passed by the State Election Board in 2024.
Prohibition of surprise openings of election offices to accept ballots.
End automatic “Motor Voter” registration.
Mandatory award of 3x attorney fees against counties who force appellate action on successful removal of ineligible voters.
Regulate and investigate ballot harvesting at long term care facilities.
Establishment of Statewide Election Court.
Appeals directed to the State Board of Elections rather than Superior Court for voter roll challenges.
Change Georgia Department of Driver Services requirements for updating NCOA and voter rolls.
Adoption of the Trump Election Reforms: Ending early in-person and no excuse absentee voting while also ending the use of Dominion voting machines in favor of a Florida style paper ballot system.

Laken Riley Act Passes Congress

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 17:02:35 GMT

Legislation introduced by Rep. Mike Collins awaits signature from President Trump.

The Laken Riley Act, originally introduced in the House by Georgia Congressman Mike Collins, has officially passed through Congress and will go to the desk of President Trump to be signed into law.

It originally passed the House of Representatives with 264-159 vote earlier this month, which included 48 Democrats. On Monday the United States Senate also passed it with a bi-partisan 64-35 vote. Twelve Democrat Senators voted with Republicans to pass the measure.

The bill went back to the House of Representatives to be finalized today. It passed with a vote of 263-156.

This law will make it easier for local and state law enforcement agencies to have criminal illegal aliens deported for crimes committed within their respective jurisdictions. For instance, the criminal who killed UGA student Laken Riley in Athens last year would have been eligible for ICE detainment and deportation after his arrest for shoplifting, which occurred prior to Riley’s murder.

The Georgia Republican Party is pleased to see Senators Ossoff and Warnock obeyed our request and decided to vote in the affirmative.

However, we are disappointed to see Georgia Democrat House Reps. Sanford Bishop, David Scott, Hank Johnson, and Nikema Williams vote against it. Hopefully the Georgia based Capitol Hill reporters will ask these Congressional members why they voted to support safeguards for criminal illegals.

Geoff Duncan Banished from Georgia Republican Party

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 20:05:32 GMT

RESOLUTION OF THE STATE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE GEORGIA REPUBLICAN PARTY AS ADOPTED BY UNANIMOUS ACTION

WHEREAS, Geoff Duncan (“Duncan”) ran as a Republican candidate for the Georgia House of Representatives and for Lieutenant Governor of Georgia; and WHEREAS, in qualifying to run as a Republican candidate, Duncan swore an oath of allegiance to the Republican Party as prescribed by O.C.G.A. 21-2-153(b)(4); and WHEREAS, in his campaigns for public office as a Republican candidate, Duncan portrayed himself as a Trump supporting conservative and, during his campaign for the Republican nomination as Lieutenant Governor, falsely implied the endorsement of President Trump; and WHEREAS, Duncan’s claim of having been endorsed by President Trump fits into a larger pattern of false and exaggerated claims, including that he graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology, played major league baseball as a member of the Miami Marlins and was a “successful businessman,” and WHEREAS, Duncan’s single term as Lieutenant Governor was marred by embarrassment and scandal; and WHEREAS, in the final months of his term as Lieutenant Governor, Duncan sought openly to undermine and sabotage the candidacy of Burt Jones, the Republican nominee to succeed him as Lieutenant Governor, and in doing so, gave aid to the Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor and violated his oath of allegiance to the Republican Party; and WHEREAS, Duncan undermined and sabotaged the candidacy of Herschel Walker, the Republican nominee for United States Senate, discouraging Republicans from voting for him and, in doing so, gave aid to Democrat Raphael Warnock and violated his oath of allegiance to the Republican Party; and WHEREAS, Duncan comically sought the presidential nomination of the “No Labels” Political Party in opposition to the Republican Party and, in doing so, violated his oath of allegiance to the Republican Party; and WHEREAS, Duncan endorsed Democrat Joe Biden for President of the United States against Donald J. Trump, the Republican nominee for President and, in doing so, violated his oath of allegiance to the Republican Party; and WHEREAS, when Joe Biden was forced out of the race for President because of physical and mental incapacity, Duncan endorsed Democrat Kamala Harris for President of the United States against Donald J. Trump, the Republican nominee for President and, in doing so, violated his oath of allegiance to the Republican Party; and WHEREAS, by his pattern of conduct, Duncan has forfeited any claim to being even a nominal “Republican;” and WHEREAS, Duncan made campaign speeches and appearances for Kamala Harris and the Democratic National Committee under the guise of being a “Republican for Harris,” and WHEREAS, Duncan has obtained paid employment from CNN as a “Republican” commentator, using his false credential as a “Republican” to attack the Republican Party; and WHEREAS, Josh McKoon, Chairman of the Georgia Republican Party, with the support of the State Executive Committee of the Georgia Republican Party, has demanded that Duncan cease calling himself a “Republican” and using his false credential as a “Republican” to undermine and sabotage the Republican Party and its candidates; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the State Executive Committee of the Georgia Republican Party: 1. That the open letter from Josh McKoon, Chairman of the Georgia Republican Party, to Geoff Duncan dated August 2, 2024, is hereby ratified, confirmed, and approved. 2. That Geoff Duncan is hereby expelled from the Georgia Republican Party. 3. That Geoff Duncan is hereby banned from qualifying as a candidate of the Georgia Republican Party. 4. That the nomination of Geoff Duncan as the Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor is hereby expunged. 5. That nominations of Geoff Duncan as a Republican candidate for the Georgia House of Representatives are hereby expunged. 6. That Geoff Duncan is hereby demanded to cease calling himself a “Republican” or using his false claim of being a “Republican” for personal profit. 7. That Geoff Duncan is hereby banned from all property owned or leased by the Georgia Republican Party and all events held by or under the authority of the Georgia Republican Party. 8. That the Executive Director of the Georgia Republican is hereby directed to furnish Geoff Duncan with a copy of this Resolution and notice of Item 5 above pursuant to O.C.G.A. 16-7-21. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the foregoing resolution was adopted by the State Executive Committee of the Georgia Republican Party by unanimous action on a written ballot circulated by the Chairman. GEORGIA REPUBLICAN PARTY Caroline Jeffords Caroline Jeffords, Secretary

Judicial Watch Wins Case Against Fani Willis

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 17:04:08 GMT

Judge rules Fulton DA violated Open Records Act, must produce in five days

Tuesday started with an embarrassing loss for Fani Willis in the YSL RICO case, the longest trial in Georgia history. A case where prosecutors from the Fulton County DA were so incompetent that the judge actually made them watch a “how to” video for trial lawyers.

As if this wasn’t humiliating enough, it got much worse for her Willis and her office.

On Tuesday afternoon, Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney ruled in favor of Judicial Watch in their months long quest to gain access to any and all official communications Willis’ office had with members of the Biden Administration and/or members of the House January 6th Committee.

In a ruling that almost seems impossible to believe, McBurney ruled in favor of Judicial Watch by DEFAULT, because Willis and her office didn’t even bother showing up!

McBurney not only ruled that Willis violated the Open Records Act but sided with Judicial Watch “as if every item and paragraph of the complaint were supported by proper and sufficient evidence.”

This includes… a public acknowledgement to stonewalling the public for these public records, payment of all attorney fees to Judicial Watch (more taxpayer waste), and most importantly, it gives Willis FIVE BUSINESS DAYS to produce any and all documents related to the original open records request.

This sort of behavior is appalling and inexplicable.

It makes one wonder if there is more than just incompetence. What are they hiding?

Sincerely,

Josh McKoon

Chairman

Georgia Republican Party

In Case You Missed It, Stacey Abrams’ Fair Fight hit a major roadblock last week…

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 14:42:00 GMT

In case you missed it, Stacey Abrams’ dark money group, Fair Fight Action, reportedly called an admitted insurrectionist and election denier to the stand in their fight against Georgia’s voter integrity law.

Adrienne Jones, a 22-year political science professor, admitted under oath that she wrote stories calling for black women to “overthrow” President Donald Trump, and claimed that Republicans wanted to create “internment camps” for Americans.

“Stacey Abrams’ dark money group miscalculated by calling an admitted insurrectionist to the stand in their fight against Georgia’s voter integrity law. In November, Georgia Republicans will put a stop to Abrams’ attempted hostile takeover of our elections.” – Georgia Republican Party Press Secretary Dani Repass

In Case You Missed It: Raphael Warnock is Distancing Himself from Joe Biden

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 14:41:59 GMT

Earlier this week, Raphael Warnock endorsed a Trump-era immigration policy – Title 42 – to the chagrin of many on the Left.

Last year, though, Warnock signed a letter demanding that the Biden administration eliminate Title 42.

“When they finally arrived at Del Rio, Texas, many Haitians…were summarily expelled and deported without best interest determinations for children or screenings for international protection concerns,” Warnock and Democrats wrote in a letter to Joe Biden.

Now, Warnock is calling on the Biden administration to not only keep Title 42 but to come up with an additional “plan” to keep our border secure.

If you’re confused by his stance, you’re in good company.

“Raphael Warnock must have seen Joe Biden’s approval numbers and is trying to distance himself from Democrats’ radical plans to open our border. Georgians will not believe Warnock’s hypocritical policy flip-flopping.” – Georgia Republican Party Press Secretary Dani Repass

David Shafer Honored as Chairman Emeritus by Unanimous Convention Vote

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 20:54:32 GMT

A RESOLUTION HONORING CHAIRMAN DAVID SHAFER FOR HIS LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE TO THE GEORGIA REPUBLICAN PARTY

WHEREAS, for more 30 years David Shafer has served Georgia Republicans, first as Executive Director of the Georgia Republican Party, then as a campaign leader for multiple Republican candidates, then as a Republican elected official and Republican legislative caucus leader, and finally as our State Chairman; and

WHEREAS, as a member and then President Pro Tempore of the State Senate of Georgia, David Shafer was a champion of conservative principles and a stalwart supporter of the Republican Party and Republican candidates; and

WHEREAS, as our volunteer State Chairman Shafer, David Shafer rescued the Georgia Republican Party from a half-decade of borderline insolvency by imposing fiscal discipline, retiring debt and setting fundraising records; and

WHEREAS, Chairman Shafer led the way in adoption of the first ever platform of the modern Georgia Republican Party, articulating in plain language our values and principles; and

WHEREAS, Chairman Shafer oversaw the activation, organization, and mobilization of grassroots volunteers to set records in voter contact on behalf of Republican candidates in Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Chairman Shafer worked hard to protect the integrity of our elections, appropriately, lawfully and courageously insisting that electoral safeguards be preserved and processes respected; and

WHEREAS, Chairman Shafer has stood strong in the face of unfounded, outrageous and politically motivated legal attacks;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Georgia Republican Party, acting by and through its State Convention, does hereby applaud Chairman David Shafer for his outstanding leadership and lifetime of service, award him the honorary title of “Chairman Emeritus” of the Georgia Republican Party, and express our continuing and unwavering support for him.

Georgia Democrats should win an award for being out of touch

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:15:23 GMT

Hey there,

Georgia Democrats should win an award for being out of touch.

Raphael Warnock tweeted his support for the Biden administration’s proposal to eliminate student debt, which would be detrimental to our country’s already precarious financial situation.

The Urban Institute found that “most outstanding student loan debt is held by people with relatively high incomes…it is disproportionately concentrated among the well off.”

In fact, erasing all student loan debt would distribute $192 billion to the top 20% of earners in the U.S., but just $29 billion to the bottom 20% of U.S. households.

The average individual among top-earners would receive $5,944 due to student debt forgiveness, while those with the lowest incomes would receive just $1,070; an almost $5,000 difference.

The Federal Reserve estimated that forgiveness of $10,000 per borrower would cost taxpayers an estimated $321 billion.

Currently , Atlanta has the second-highest inflation rate of any city in the country other than metro Phoenix, Arizona.

“Democrats’ proposal to eliminate student loan debt is untenable to anyone who has been paying attention to our country’s current economic crisis. Raphael Warnock and Stacey Abrams are out of touch with everyday Georgians, a fact that will be made clear in November.” – Georgia Republican Party Press Secretary Dani Repass

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Statement From Chairman Josh McKoon

House Bill 397 Clears Key Hurdle Toward Passage

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Barbara Rivera Holmes Appointed Labor Commissioner

Fani Willis Denied in Superior Court

Disgraced Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’ attempt to duck a lawful subpoena from the Georgia State Senate has been denied

Election Confidence Task Force Celebrates Key Committee Passage

HB 12 clears first hurdle toward full passage

Support SB 57 in the Senate Judiciary Committee

Urgent: Support For SB 57 in the Senate Judiciary Committee is needed

Georgia Republican Party Releases Bold Election Integrity Legislative Agenda

Chairman McKoon announces election related priorities for 2025 legislative session

Laken Riley Act Passes Congress

Geoff Duncan Banished from Georgia Republican Party

RESOLUTION OF THE STATE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE GEORGIA REPUBLICAN PARTY AS ADOPTED BY UNANIMOUS ACTION

Judicial Watch Wins Case Against Fani Willis

In Case You Missed It, Stacey Abrams’ Fair Fight hit a major roadblock last week…

In Case You Missed It: Raphael Warnock is Distancing Himself from Joe Biden

David Shafer Honored as Chairman Emeritus by Unanimous Convention Vote

A RESOLUTION HONORING CHAIRMAN DAVID SHAFER FOR HIS LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE TO THE GEORGIA REPUBLICAN PARTY

Georgia Democrats should win an award for being out of touch