Email from Massachusetts Republican Party     MassGOP Monthly Update: February Edition   Friends, The Massachusetts Republican Party has launched 2025 with tremendous momentum! We hope you’ve had a great start to the new year and share our enthusiasm for the battles ahead. January was an exciting month as we welcomed a new era of American leadership with President Trump’s inauguration and saw our newly elected state legislators sworn in, ready to challenge the Democratic supermajority. Communications This month began with the arrest of an illegal immigrant in a taxpayer-funded shelter, found with firearms and $1 million in fentanyl. House Republicans responded with a letter demanding accountability, and the MassGOP stands with them in calling for urgent reform. The state's shelter system has wasted billions while fueling a humanitarian crisis—this failure must end. The MassGOP’s latest FOIA request exposed hundreds of cases of sexual assault, physical assault, child abuse, domestic violence, and drug and human trafficking—all funded by Massachusetts taxpayers. These horrific crimes, hidden by the Healey-Driscoll Administration, occurred in migrant shelters statewide. Governor Healey feigned outrage over the arrest but only ordered shelter inspections after the fact. Our FOIA requests prove her administration knew about these atrocities for years. The MassGOP is holding her accountable for this full-scale, state-funded disaster. State Rep. Chris Flanagan’s scandal keeps escalating. After deceiving voters with a fake alias in his last campaign, he’s now under federal investigation for "alleged potential criminal activity." From campaign finance violations to reports of stolen funds, Flanagan has repeatedly shown contempt for ethics. The MassGOP demands his immediate resignation or expulsion. The 1st Barnstable District deserves honest leadership. Last month, Republicans in Congress passed the Laken Riley Act, requiring ICE to detain criminal illegal immigrants. Meanwhile, ICE arrested child predators, drug dealers, and gang members in Massachusetts—proving that sanctuary policies endanger residents. Yet, all but one member of Massachusetts’ delegation voted against the act, prioritizing politics over public safety. The MassGOP made sure voters didn’t miss their betrayal. After the arrest of an illegal immigrant in a state-funded shelter, it was revealed migrants were not being screened through CORI checks—contrary to Governor Healey’s claims. House Minority Leader Brad Jones condemned the administration’s failure, and the MassGOP echoed his concerns. Either Healey misled residents, or she’s clueless about the crisis under her watch. On January 20th, the U.S. ushered in a new era with President Trump’s swearing-in. The MassGOP celebrated this victory and the strong message sent by voters: America wants secure borders, a stable economy, and safety at home. Addressing criminal illegal immigration must be a priority. Dozens of residents of Massachusetts traveled to Washington, D.C. to celebrate the ushering in of a new Golden Age. Pictured below is Party Chair Amy Carnevale, National Committeewoman Janet Fogarty and National Committeeman Brad Wyatt.   Meanwhile, the Healey-Driscoll Administration proposed a reckless $62 billion budget—a 7% increase loaded with new taxes. We swiftly responded, exposing their plan to burden hardworking families to fund their extreme agenda. With one-time revenues drying up, ballooning spending is unsustainable, especially amid a strained shelter program and fiscal uncertainty. Boston has become a hub for criminal illegal immigrant arrests, yet Mayor Wu clings to radical sanctuary policies. Now, Congress is investigating the impact of these policies on public safety. We’ve called on Wu to stand by her rhetoric and be held accountable. For years, Democrats have poured billions into the migrant crisis while rejecting Republican-led reforms. Now, the shelter budget has run out again, and Healey wants more taxpayer money. We refuse to support unchecked spending without concrete reforms to scale back the failed system. As if Healey’s tax hikes weren’t extreme enough, she’s pushing the Municipal Taxation Act, a backdoor tax grab allowing cities to impose new taxes on meals, hotels, and even car ownership. We will fight this legislation, which directly targets working families. MassGOP Chair Amy Carnevale has remained a prominent voice in the Massachusetts media landscape, appearing in numerous articles and interviews over the past month. She recently joined Berkshire Bureau Chief Josh Landes on WAMC and Southcoast Now’s Chris McCarthy on 1420 WBSM to discuss the future of the Massachusetts Republican Party and the effort to elect Republicans at all levels. Listen to Chair Carnevale’s full interview with WAMC HERE Listen to Chair Carnevale’s full interview with Chris McCarthy HERE Support the MassGOP Today! State of the Commonwealth Response Last month, the MassGOP delivered our second State of the Commonwealth Response, presented by Representative Marcus Vaughn of the 9th Norfolk District. In a powerful rebuttal to Governor Healey’s address, Rep. Vaughn outlined a vision for moving Massachusetts forward through commonsense reforms and pragmatic leadership. He addressed critical issues, including the migrant crisis, the need for transparency on Beacon Hill, the dangers of one-party rule, and solutions to make Massachusetts more affordable for all. Watch Representative Vaughn’s full speech HERE! Political This past weekend, we kicked off the year with our first candidate training in Fall River, where we hosted over 50 aspiring candidates committed to taking on Democrats in municipal elections. Our next training session is in Holyoke on February 15th—reserve your spot today by filling out this form! The race is on! The special election for the 6th Essex District State Representative seat is officially set for May 13, 2025, and Medley Long is ready to fight for the future of our community. A proven leader with a strong business background and deep roots in the district, Medley is stepping up to deliver commonsense solutions that put families and businesses first. With a clear vision and a commitment to making a real difference, he is poised to be a bold, effective voice on Beacon Hill. Join the movement and support Medley Long today! Flipping this seat will be an all hands on deck effort. Stay tuned for door knocking and other announcements. Help Fund Candidate Recruitment Efforts Today! Finance On January 28th, Finance Chair Jennifer Nassour, alongside Mike Kennealy, State Committee Member Virginia Neill, Adam Portnoy, and Brian Shortsleeve, hosted a New Year’s Luncheon celebrating the five newly elected Republican State Representatives. We were joined by newly elected State Senator Kelly Dooner, Representative John Gaskey, Representative Justin Thurber, Representative Ken Sweezey, and Representative Michael Chaisson. Nearly 40 GOP supporters attended, helping us raise over $60,000 for the Massachusetts Republican Party! Thanks to you, we are now more than one-third of the way toward our $250,000 Q1 goal. Massachusetts Republicans like YOU make our work possible—your support is the backbone of our movement. Looking ahead, we invite you to join us for a Galentine’s Day Wine & Chocolate Tasting at our Boston HQ on Tuesday, February 11th, at 5:30 PM. The invitation is included below.  Space is limited—reserve your seat now: [link removed] Or kindly RSVP to our Finance Director, Haley Jones, at [email protected]. P.S. Show some love to Republican candidates this February! Help us recruit strong conservative leaders by contributing here: [link removed] In The Office We’re thrilled to welcome a fantastic new addition to the MassGOP team! Griffin Moulton, a senior at Suffolk University majoring in political science with a concentration in American politics, has been brought on as our newest intern and has already hit the ground running. Since joining us, Griffin has been an absolute rockstar, bringing energy, dedication, and a sharp political mind to our efforts. We’re incredibly lucky to have him on board and can’t wait to see all he accomplishes! RTC Spotlight: Grace Lincoln, Walpole RTC We proudly honor and thank Grace Lincoln for her steadfast commitment to Republican principles and outstanding leadership as Chair of the Walpole Republican Town Committee. Over the past five years, Grace has significantly expanded the Walpole RTC, fostering a strong, engaged community. She has brought neighboring RTCs together, encouraging collaboration through joint meetings and shared initiatives. Throughout the last campaign cycle, she played a pivotal role in organizing grassroots efforts, ensuring Walpole and Norfolk County remained informed and engaged in standouts, GOTV initiatives, and fundraisers. A dedicated recruiter of candidates and a tireless advocate for our cause, Grace’s impact cannot be overstated. We are deeply grateful for her leadership and unwavering dedication to advancing Republican values. In closing, we cannot thank you enough for your continued support as our momentum grows throughout 2025. We look forward to recruiting strong candidates for municipal elections and building on that success to field competitive candidates for statewide and federal offices in 2026. The MassGOP is strong, and that strength comes from your dedication and hard work! To Victory, Amy Carnevale, Chair Janet Fogarty, Massachusetts Republican National Committeewoman Brad Wyatt, Massachusetts Republican National Committeeman Support the MassGOP Today!   MassGOP | Visit our website   Massachusetts Republican Party | 85 Merrimac Street, Suite 505 | Boston, MA 02114 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Our Privacy Policy | Constant Contact Data Notice