Alaska GOP in 4-way race to elect new state party chair

The Alaska Republican Party will be electing a new chairperson during its upcoming convention, with four candidates vying for the position. The current chair, Ann Brown, announced earlier this year that she would be stepping down. The state party has over 140,000 registered members, with only a few hundred attendees expected at the convention where the election will take place. The convention will also determine the party’s platform and select delegates for the national Republican convention later in the year.

The candidates for the chairperson position include Mike Robbins, Nikki Rose, Carmela Warfield, and Jerry Ward. Each candidate brings their own background and experience to the race. The winner will replace Brown, who took over the role in 2021.

The Republican Party in Alaska has recently undergone changes in its primary election process, moving to nonpartisan primaries in 2022. Despite this shift, the party still plays a significant role in fundraising and endorsements. The winning candidate will need to navigate these changes and lead the party forward.

Jerry Ward, a former state legislator and campaign manager for former President Donald Trump, has outlined his plans if elected, including aligning the party with the national GOP and supporting efforts to repeal ranked choice voting. The outcome of the election will not only impact the Alaska Republican Party but may also have wider implications for the state’s political landscape.

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