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politics1 year ago

"Trump Dominates Michigan Republican Conventions, Secures All Delegates"

Former President Donald Trump won all 39 delegates in Michigan's Republican Party caucus elections, solidifying his support within the state GOP despite recent internal divisions. Trump's strong showing in the caucuses, where he received 90-100% of the vote in every congressional district, reflects his continued influence within the party. The results indicate a united front for the GOP behind Trump as they prepare to challenge President Joe Biden in the upcoming presidential election.

via Detroit News|
#caucus#donald-trump#michigan-republican-party
politics1 year ago

"Trump Secures Michigan GOP Convention Victory Despite Leadership Dispute"

Donald Trump secured all 39 delegates at the Michigan Republican party convention, boosting his position ahead of upcoming primaries. The convention highlighted the party's overwhelming support for Trump, overshadowing previous divisions and disputes within the Michigan Republican party. The state's complex delegate allocation process, involving a hybrid model of primary and convention, reflects the party's efforts to comply with national rules.

via The Guardian US|
#convention#delegates#donald-trump
politics1 year ago

"Trump Sweeps Michigan GOP Convention, Secures All Delegates"

Michigan Republicans awarded Donald Trump 39 more delegates during a state convention, further solidifying his lead for the nomination. The convention was held amid party turmoil, with separate meetings of dissidents across the state. Trump won over 89% of the official convention vote and also claimed victory in Republican caucuses in Missouri. The complicated delegate selection process highlighted the division within the Michigan Republican Party, but most attendees appeared hopeful for party unity moving forward.

via USA TODAY|
#delegates#donald-trump#michigan-republican-party
politics1 year ago

"Michigan GOP Chaos: Karamo's Convention Cancellation and Court Appeals"

The planned Michigan Republican Party convention in Detroit to elect delegates to the Republican National Convention has been canceled, but some districts are planning to meet separately in Grand Rapids and Battle Creek due to disputes over delegate credentials. The party remains fractured as different districts make alternative arrangements to accommodate delegates who were denied credentials for the Grand Rapids convention. The dispute stems from the removal of Kristina Karamo as party chair and the subsequent leadership under Pete Hoekstra, with accusations of denying voting rights and disregarding rules.

via Detroit Free Press|
#convention#delegates#detroit
politics1 year ago

"Michigan Appeals Court Upholds Removal of Karamo as GOP Chair Amid Infighting"

The Michigan Court of Appeals denied Kristina Karamo's emergency request to suspend a judge's order removing her as chair of the Michigan Republican Party, adding to the confusion surrounding the party's upcoming convention. Karamo's appeal was swiftly denied, and the court will continue to consider her appeal. The dispute arises from conflicting conventions called by Karamo and Pete Hoekstra, who was recognized as the lawful chair by a Kent County judge and endorsed by the Republican National Committee. The legal battle stems from Karamo's removal due to alleged violations of party bylaws and lackluster performance.

via Detroit Free Press|
#gop-convention#kristina-karamo#michigan-court-of-appeals
politics1 year ago

"Michigan Judge Affirms Ouster of Kristina Karamo in GOP Leadership Dispute"

A judge affirmed the ouster of Kristina Karamo as chair of the Michigan Republican Party, following months of internal fighting over the party's financial health. The national Republican Party also declared her removal as valid, with former U.S. Rep. Pete Hoekstra appointed as the new chair. Karamo had been refusing to accept efforts to remove her and planned to hold a convention to select presidential delegates, but a group of Republicans sued her, seeking a definitive ruling about her removal. Despite her claims of unfairness, the judge's decision stands, and the state party is urged to unite and move forward.

via POLITICO|
#donald-trump#kristina-karamo#michigan-republican-party
politics1 year ago

Michigan GOP Divided: Dueling Conventions and Court Battles Spark Chaos

The Michigan Republican Party is facing internal division as opposing factions plan separate conventions to select GOP presidential delegates on March 2, with Pete Hoekstra endorsed by former President Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee scheduling a convention in Grand Rapids, while Kristina Karamo, who still controls the party website and bank accounts, has scheduled a competing convention in Detroit. A Kent County judge is set to consider a request for a restraining order against Karamo, as delegates selected at recent county conventions are called to a Detroit meeting on the same day.

via Detroit Free Press|
#gop-convention#kristina-karamo#michigan-republican-party
politics1 year ago

"Trump Criticizes Hoekstra as Michigan GOP Leader"

Former President Donald Trump publicly praised former Rep. Pete Hoekstra as the chairman of the Michigan Republican Party during an election rally, citing his past accomplishments in Congress and as an ambassador. The announcement follows a recent split in the state Republican party and a decision by a special committee convened by the Republican National Committee to name Hoekstra as the rightful chair. Trump had previously endorsed Hoekstra for the position, and the move has caused division within the party, with the ousted chair, Kristina Karamo, refusing to recognize the decision.

via MLive.com|
#donald-trump#michigan-republican-party#party-leadership
politics1 year ago

"Michigan Republican Party in Turmoil: Leadership Struggles Persist"

Kristina Karamo insists she is still the chairwoman of the Michigan Republican Party despite the Republican National Committee recognizing Pete Hoekstra as the leader. Karamo, facing internal divisions and fundraising struggles, claims the majority of the state committee supports her. County Republican parties held conventions to select delegates, with Karamo supporters expected to push for a vote on the party's leadership on March 2. The dispute continues as Karamo vows to continue running the party and urges Michigan Republicans to focus on winning elections amidst the party drama.

via Detroit News|
#gop#kristina-karamo#leadership-dispute
politics1 year ago

"RNC Confirms Pete Hoekstra as Michigan GOP Chair Amid Party Chaos"

The Republican National Committee has officially recognized Pete Hoekstra as the rightful chairman of the Michigan Republican Party, following a vote to remove Kristina Karamo, a far-right election denier, from the position. Hoekstra, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, was elected to the post after a dispute that has caused upheaval for the party just weeks before its presidential primary and caucus-style convention. Karamo has not yet responded to the RNC's decision.

via The New York Times|
#donald-trump#kristina-karamo#michigan-republican-party
politics2 years ago

"Trump Endorses Hoekstra as Michigan GOP Chair, Backs Removal of Karamo"

Former President Donald Trump endorsed Pete Hoekstra as the chairman of the Michigan Republican Party, amid a dispute with Kristina Karamo, who claims she is still the chair. The Republican National Committee (RNC) sent a letter indicating that Karamo had been "properly removed," but Karamo and her allies vehemently denied this. Trump's endorsement of Hoekstra could have significant implications as both are allies of the former president, who is expected to win Michigan's nominating process. The dispute continues as both factions fight in court, with Trump's support potentially weakening Karamo's standing within the state GOP.

via Detroit Free Press|
#donald-trump#kristina-karamo#michigan-republican-party
politics2 years ago

"Former Ambassador Pete Hoekstra Elected Michigan GOP Chair Amid Party Turmoil"

Former GOP congressman Pete Hoekstra was elected as the new chair of the Michigan Republican Party by the anti-Karamo faction, intensifying a power struggle within the party. This comes after the removal of Kristina Karamo as party chair, which is now being contested in court. The anti-Karamo faction filed a lawsuit to force Karamo out of office, while Karamo and her supporters sent "cease and desist" letters to dissenters. Hoekstra, who served as U.S. ambassador to the Netherlands under former President Donald Trump, was elected over Lena Epstein and Vance Patrick. The dispute highlights divisions within the party, with both sides claiming legitimacy and support from prominent figures.

via Detroit Free Press|
#gop#kristina-karamo#michigan-republican-party
politics2 years ago

"Legal Battles and Leadership Upheaval Rock Michigan GOP"

A group of Michigan Republicans has sued Kristina Karamo, seeking a judge's intervention to officially remove her as chairwoman of the state's GOP, citing her refusal to allow the party to move forward. The lawsuit, filed in Kent County, comes amid a battle for control of the Michigan Republican Party, with Karamo's opponents planning to vote on a new party chair. The filing also follows a series of meetings and votes that have led to internal divisions within the party, with at least three candidates vying for the state party chair seat.

via Detroit News|
#kristina-karamo#lawsuit#michigan-gop
politics2 years ago

Michigan GOP Leader Sparks Outrage with Controversial Comments on Gun Reform and Holocaust.

Kristina Karamo, the new Michigan Republican Party chair, has been vocal about her belief in widespread election fraud and her opposition to abortion. She has called Michigan voters who supported a constitutional right to abortion "participants in murder." Karamo also believes that the Republican Party needs to remain loyal to its base and honor its platform and convictions. She has pledged to support all Republican candidates, regardless of their statements or beliefs, if they win their primary elections.

via MLive.com|
#abortion#election-fraud#judeo-christian-values