"Republicans Grumble and Skip House GOP Retreat Over Location and Socializing"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Many Republicans are planning to skip the House GOP retreat in West Virginia, with fewer than 100 RSVPs out of the entire conference. Some Republicans have cited scheduling conflicts and reelection races, while others have privately grumbled about the venue choice and the idea of spending time with their party amidst internal tensions. The retreat has also faced hiccups, including the keynote speaker dropping out and notable absences from key Republican figures.