Republican National Committee Elects Florida's Joe Gruters Chairman

Joe Gruters, a Florida state senator and longtime ally of President Donald Trump, was unanimously elected as the new chairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC), succeeding Michael Whatley who is running for U.S. Senate in North Carolina with Trump's endorsement. Gruters, who has held various political roles including chairing Florida Senate committees and the state GOP, emphasized election integrity, voter registration, and uniting the party's factions as his priorities. The GOP enters the upcoming midterms with a substantial $84 million campaign fund, significantly surpassing Democratic resources, aiming to expand their majority in the House and Senate. Trump praised Gruters as a "MAGA Warrior" and reiterated the party's commitment to advancing his agenda and securing a full four-year term. Meanwhile, Whatley faces a competitive primary in North Carolina and is expected to challenge former Governor Roy Cooper in the general election, with current polls showing Cooper leading. The RNC leadership change reflects the party's focus on consolidating support and preparing for critical elections ahead.