MI GOP Divided: Former U.S. Rep. Peter Hoekstra to Replace Kristina Karamo Amid Leadership Dispute
Update: Jan 1-26, 2024
In a recent development, members of the Michigan Republican State Committee opposed to Kristina Karamo continuing as the chair of the Michigan Republican Party have elected former U.S. Rep. Peter Hoekstra to replace her. The anti-Karamo faction filed a lawsuit seeking her removal in accordance with Michigan Republican Party bylaws. However, Karamo has dismissed the group as illegitimate and has pledged to continue leading the party. The Trump team’s apparent involvement in the vote suggests a lack of support for Karamo. The decision awaits validation from the Republican National Committee, which will likely determine the legitimate chair before the winter meeting at the end of the month. The state committee also appointed former U.S. Rep. Mike Bishop as the party’s new general counsel.