Iowa Caucus, State Convention and Amicus Brief       DEFENDING KANSAS SAVING AMERICA   DONATE VOLUNTEER The Friday File A Weekly Publication       Kansas Republican Party Leads Nation in SCOTUS Filing   The Kansas Republican Party, with 32 other Republican state and territory parties in the filing, took quick action and the lead position in preparing a bold and unique Amicus Brief filing to the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) on writ of certiorari to the Supreme Court of Colorado. Our collective argument is against Colorado's unilateral action to remove Donald J. Trump from their state ballot. The state and territory parties joining the KSGOP filing include; Our brief argues that any state or territory unilaterally removing any qualified candidate for President of the United States from their states ballot causes a harm to Republicans in all other states and territories. This obvious abuse of the Fourteenth Amendment reduces the likelihood of a candidate's overall success in accumulating delegates to win the Republican nomination for president of the United States of America. As the chairman of the Kansas Republican Party, I could not stand idly by and allow this injustice to prevail without a fight. And the American Patriot spirit of KSGOP BOLD CONSERVATIVE REPUBLICAN LEADERSHIP is guideling the way across America! Our attorneys, Chris McGowne and Craig Uhrich, are the amazing and talented Kansas lawyers who wrote our Amicus Brief. I want to express our most sincere gratitude to these men who spent endless hours making this possible often in the overnight hours so they could maintain their daily business and law responsibilities. Our attorneys penned a masterpiece and we are going to win this important argument! But… WE ARE STILL UNDER ATTACK. You know how vital it is to defeat the liberal agenda and secure our future for generations to come. With so much woke nonsense occurring across Kansas and America, I want to share this important milestone with you and to ask for your help. Would you stand shoulder to shoulder with me and the Kansas Republican Party as we continue our fight to preserve and defend our shared Kansas and American values and principles? CLICK ON THIS SECURE LINK SAVE AMERICA NOW!     Iowa Caucuses: Freezing Cold and White Hot When we departed Overland Park on Sunday morning for our drive, it was -5 degrees. When we arrived in Des Moines, IA, it was -18 with a strong North wind. But the frigid temps didn't deter huge crowds during the day and evening caucus-goers on Monday. And Donald Trump's ultimate historic triumph in the sub-zero temperature of the Iowa caucuses was an amazing feat to see in terms of political strength and campaign organization. With the entire world watching, President Trump served notice that he is strong, he is back, and he remains a massive political force. With attention now turned to the New Hampshire Primaries next week, where voters hold the key to shaping the competitive landscape of the Republican nominating contest, President Trump has a substantial lead over Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis Addressing a crowd, Trump emphasized he is in this race to Save America, showcasing poll standings and criticizing the disastrous Biden Presidency. President Trump, Governor DeSantis, and Ambassador Haley are campaigning for next week's New Hampshire Primary Election. New Hampshire's electorate, less religiously conservative and rural than Iowa, presents a challenge for DeSantis and Haley. Their failure to capitalize on these differences will allow President Trump to maintain his campaign momentum, rendering the rest of the Republican primary calendar a mere formality. Trump urges voter turnout, emphasizing the need to show unprecedented margins. Haley, aiming for a broad coalition, emphasizes New Hampshire as a potential springboard headed into her home-state South Carolina primary. DeSantis, aligning his campaign with Trumpian conservatism, must quickly regroup for New Hampshire after putting more stock in Iowa. Trump, touting his huge Iowa Caucus win, secured the endorsements of Vivek Ramaswamy and Senator Ted Cruz. Roughly 40% of New Hampshire voters without party affiliation are eligible to cast a Republican primary ballot, and new voters can register at the polls.   Field is Set for Kansas Presidentalial Preference Primary The deadline for the Kansas Presidential Preference Primary was January 19, 2024, at 12 noon, and four Republicans have successfully qualified. Their names will appear on the election day ballot on March 19, 2024. It is recommended that you check out their campaign websites before Election Day to make an informed decision. You may register to vote by clicking the button below. The candidates names and their websites are listed below. Ryan L. Binkley [link removed] Ron DeSantis [link removed] Nikki R. Haley [link removed] Donald J. Trump [link removed] REGISTER TO VOTE!     KSGOP 2024 Kansas Days Winter Convention Registration   Kansas Republican Party Annual Winter Convention - and State Committee Meeting Registration Now Open * * * * * CONVENTION DETAILS ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️ Date: January 26, 2024 and January 27, 2024 Location: Overland Park Marriott 10800 Metcalf Avenue Overland Park, KS 66210 A room block at the Overland Park Marriott has been reserved for the KSGOP. The room block reservation registration is now open (see below) and is available for the nights of January 26th and 27th. Please plan for overnight stays on Friday and Saturday nights as there will late evening and early morning events! All Overland Park Marriott guest rooms have been recently renovated and are available in single-king or double-king configurations. The hotel is also newly renovated, and this will be a first-class experience. Overland Park Mariott Hotel Room Block Reservations CLICK HERE KSGOP 2024 Kansas Days Winter Convention Registration CLICK HERE Other Information: Kansans for Life is hosting their annual fundraising luncheon on Saturday, January 27 at 12pm in the main ballroom at the KSGOP Convention. This is a separate ticketed event and tickets can be purchased directly from KFL. For those who purchase a luncheon ticket but are not attending the KSGOP Convention, please arrive between 11:45am and noon to be seated. Further details on the convention schedule will be emailed to this email address over the weekend. There will be many learning opportunities and relevant presentations by folks you will definitely want to hear from - along with a few fun surprises, too!     In Case You Forgot This is a weekly reminder that Joe Biden, President of the United States, and his son, Hunter Biden, are liars and kingpins in a crime syndicate ring. The Biden family has betrayed America, committing the crime of treason. They must be held accountable. Impeach Biden Now #NeverForget     The handling of the Afghanistan withdrawal under Joe Biden was widely criticized for its chaotic execution, erasing decades of women rights progress, leaving a global feeling of disillusionment and raising significant concerns about the disastrous impact on regional stability and global security.     Donate Now KSGOP CLICK HERE     JOIN THE 1776 CLUB TODAY! Joining the 1776 Club puts you in the elite “Card-Carrying Kansas Republican Patriot” category with fellow Republican supporters of KSGOP. This is a powerful way to take a stand against tyranny, socialism, and wokeism. And we all know America needs more of this Patriotism! Patriots believe in lower taxes, smaller government, and more freedom. We also believe in faith, family, and freedom. Take a stand today. Join us in our mission to save America and to be part of a brighter future for our kids and grandchildren. Join the 1776 Club CLICK HERE     Meet the Candidates KSGOP National Committeewoman and Committeeman     MARIA HOLIDAY I appreciate this opportunity to introduce myself, my name is Maria Holiday and I am currently the Chair of the Johnson County Republican Party. It is one of many roles I have held in Kansas politics. I was born in Wichita and raised in Ellinwood in Barton County. My family moved to Garden City when I was a sophomore. After high school, I graduated from St. Mary of the Plains in Dodge City with a degree in education. My husband's job brought us to Johnson County in 1992. Doc and I have three grown children, four granddaughters, and a lab mix named Ebony. I believe the Republican Party has a winning platform. “We The People,” must pull together to defend our country. I have and will continue to fight for truth! We need leadership who is not timid about promoting our platform. As your National Committeewoman, I will have a vote for new National leadership in 2025. I will vote for a leader that will listen to the grassroots. We need an RNC that can create excitement and hope for the future. We need the RNC to support conservative ideals, project political strength, and win the big races across America and Kansas. “We The People” are desperately waiting for an RNC that is not afraid to take ACTION! In addition to being the Johnson County Chair, I have been the Chair for the Kansas Republican Assembly, the secretary for the 3rd Congressional District, a grassroots coordinator for Phill Kline, a campaign volunteer for multiple campaigns, a campaign manager, and a candidate for public office. I am a 2007 graduate of the Eisenhower Women in Leadership Series. I am unabashedly pro-life, and I have always supported Republican leadership. In my first year as Johnson County Chair, our JCRP team rebuilt our website and added a campaign toolkit for candidates. We have established messaging recommendations, created precinct committee persons recruitment and training committees, held candidate training, and remodeled our office so our 2 dozen local Republican groups have a home large enough to hold their meetings and events. We doubled fundraising this year over last and got a record number of Republicans out to vote in a local election. If you want a National Committee Woman who gets things done - I’m your girl. I care about our country. I care about saving it. WENDY BINGESSER Wendy is currently serving as the Chair of the Third District Republican Party and previously served as the Chair of the Olathe Republican Party. She is a graduate of the Eisenhower Series and a member of the KFRW. In 2020, she personally knocked the entirety of four critical Kansas House districts and won them all. These wins allowed Republicans to keep their supermajority and deliver on key proposals. As a Johnson County Charter Commissioner, Wendy won a battle to keep the sheriff an elected office and blocked a radical proposal for a public health and safety governing board. Wendy is a mother, wife, K-State alumna, and proud Kansas conservative. Blessings, Wendy Dr. Mark Steffen My life has been a series of events preparing me for these times. Husband, father, physician, farmer, oil & gas producer, general contractor: my specialty has been tackling new challenges head on, and with God’s grace…. successfully. In the spirit of servant leadership, I ask for your support for Kansas Republican Party National Committeeman. As an elected County precinct committeeman, District Delegate, State Delegate, and Kansas State Senator, I have led the grassroots’ charge back to the CONSTITUTION, our FREEDOMS, and the TRUTH. I pledge to promote our Kansas Republican Party Platform unapologetically from “Sea to Shining Sea”. UNITY is ultimately found within our values and principles, it’s also where success resides and where a true “Red Wave” begins. The RNC struggles to define what they stand for as their thinking is frequently usurped by big-money donors committed to their selfish interests. Endorsements: the approval I seek is from WE THE PEOPLE, while they are rarely famous, they are Kansas’ greatest asset. My heart and soul are firmly planted in the Kansas Grassroots. A vote for me will be a vote for a Republican revival, a resurgence. I WILL NOT DISAPPOINT!! See my resume at SteffenForKansas.com. Facebook: Dr. Mark Steffen. Cell: 620-802-1188 MARK KAHRS Helping elect solid conservatives to office and advancing the America First agenda has been a lifelong endeavor for me. My most valued political experience is what I've gained as a grassroots activist working with conservatives to elect Republicans. I've served as: Precinct committeeman Field Director for Todd Tiahrt for Congress Kansas GOP State Committee Delegate Sedgwick County Republican Central Committee Chairman Kansas Fourth District Republican Treasurer Kansas Fourth District Chairman Kansas State Representative Vice Chair of the Kansas Republican House Campaign Committee I’ve helped maintain a Republican majority in the Kansas House, fought to keep our Republican primaries closed, recruited conservatives to run for office, and raised money for candidates and conservative initiatives. As a member of the RNC, I am working to strengthen the integrity of our elections and to build conservative coalitions. It’s critical work I hope to continue. My decades of service to the Republican Party helped me earn the support of three of Kansas's Republican Congressional District Chairs – Laura Francis, Eric Rucker, and Debbie Luper. I hope to earn your support as well.     Meet the Candidates Kansas College Republicans Garrett Henson My name is Garrett Henson and I am from Valley Falls, KS. I am currently a criminal justice major at Washburn University and I am running for Chair of the Kansas Federation of College Republicans. I am running for this position because it has been made clear to me that young conservatives across the state are ready for change. I look to boost College Republican membership across the state and fight for our shared conservative values in 2024!     2024 January 26-28 Celebrating Kansas Day! KSGOP State Committee Meeting Winter Convention Overland Park Marriott 10800 Metcalf Avenue Overland Park, KS 66210 January 29 Kansas Day Kansas joined the Union in 1861 January 30 - February 02 RNC Winter Meeting Las Vegas February 14 Valentines Day Ash Wednesday February 19 Presidents’ Day February 20 Last Day to Register to Vote or Update Address for 3/19/24 Presidential Preference Primary March 10 Daylight Savings Time Begins March 17 St. Patrick’s Day March 19 Kansas Presidential Preference Primary Election March 24 Palm Sunday March 29 Good Friday March 30 Holy Saturday March 31 Easter April 15 Tax Day April 23 - 30 Passover May 2 National Day of Prayer May 12 Mother’s Day May 18 National Armed Forces Day May 27 Memorial Day June 3 12 noon Candidate Filing Deadline June 6 D-Day June 14 Flag Day Juneteenth National Freedom Day June 16 Father’s Day July 4 USA Independence Day July 16 Deadline to register to vote or update your voter registration information to participate in the 2024 primary election. July 17 First day of advance voting. Advance ballots by mail sent. In-person advance voting may begin. Note: Check with your county election officer for specific times and locations. July 30 Last day to apply for an advance voting mail ballot. August 5 In-person advance voting ends at 12:00 p.m. August 6 PRIMARY ELECTION All advance ballots by mail must be postmarked by Election Day and received by Friday, August 9, 2024. October 15 Deadline to register to vote or update your voter registration information to participate in the 2024 general election. October 16 First day of advance voting. Advance ballots by mail are transmitted. In-person advance voting may begin. Check with your county election officer for specific times and locations. October 29 Last day to apply for an advance voting mail ballot. 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