COLUMBUS, Ga. (AP) — Georgia Republicans on Saturday elected to the Republican National Committee a conservative activist who helped organize the Jan. 6, 2021, pro-Trump rally that led to a mob storming the U.S. Capitol.
Delegates at the convention in Columbus rendered a split decision, choosing Amy Kremer for one of the two RNC seats, but retaining incumbent Committeeman Jason Thompson.
Kremer and other challengers argued that Thompson and Ginger Howard, the other incumbent, hadn’t done enough to support Donald Trump. They pointed out the continued desire of party activists for confrontation with internal and external enemies, even as many in leadership tried to preach unity and ease divisions that have left Republican Gov. Brian Kemp estranged from the party organization.
“We need somebody willing to stand up and fight,” Kremer told delegates. “If you want the grassroots to have a voice, then you need to vote for change.”
Ricky Stenhouse punching Kyle Busch could lead to suspension
Video reviews have changed the face of European soccer. One country is holding out
Neymar to return to Santos in 2025: reports
Number of foreign visits increases over threefold
Messi in and Dybala out in Argentina squad for pre
Reading campaign launched among college students in China
Chinese state councilor calls for strenuous efforts in final preparations for Paris Olympics
2 Ukrainians were stabbed in Germany. Prosecutors are examining a possible political motive
Brazil replaces injured goalkeeper Ederson in Copa America squad
French Open: Chen/Jia fight back to win women's doubles title
Uber and Lyft say they'll stay in Minnesota after Legislature passes driver pay compromise
China sees robust recovery, vigorous growth in cultural, tourism industries: minister