Washington, D.C.  — The Republican Main Street Partnership (RMSP) proudly congratulates Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-SD)  on his election as Chair of the Main Street Caucus and Rep. Mike Flood (R-NE)  on his election as Vice Chair. This leadership team will play a pivotal role in shaping the policy agenda and advancing pragmatic, conservative solutions that address the needs of everyday Americans. Rep. Dusty Johnson  has been a steadfast advocate for common-sense, conservative policies that promote fiscal responsibility, economic growth, and government accountability. His leadership in Congress has earned him a reputation as a problem solver who prioritizes results over rhetoric. As Chair of the Main Street Caucus, Rep. Johnson will continue to champion bipartisan solutions that reflect the values of Main Street Americans. “Dusty Johnson has demonstrated time and again that he is a leader committed to practical, conservative governance,” said Sarah Chamberlain, President and CEO of the Republican Main Street Partnership . “His ability to build consensus and advance policies that benefit hardworking families will serve the Caucus and the nation well.” Rep. Mike Flood , newly elected as Vice Chair, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to the role. A former broadcaster and business leader, Rep. Flood has been a strong advocate for small businesses, rural communities, and policies that create opportunities for all Americans. His leadership will be critical in supporting the Caucus’s mission of delivering solutions that resonate with the values of Main Street. “Mike Flood’s leadership and business acumen make him an excellent choice for Vice Chair,” said Chamberlain . “His focus on empowering communities and supporting economic growth aligns perfectly with the goals of the Main Street Caucus.” The Main Street Caucus, composed of pragmatic and solutions-oriented Republican lawmakers, remains committed to promoting policies that support economic prosperity, national security, and responsible governance. Under the leadership of Rep. Johnson and Rep. Flood, the Caucus will continue to be a driving force for positive change in Congress. The Republican Main Street Partnership looks forward to working closely with both leaders to advance a bold, conservative vision for America’s future.

Washington, D.C.  — The Republican Main Street Partnership (RMSP) proudly congratulates Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR) on her nomination by President Donald J. Trump to serve as the next Secretary of Labor. As a committed public servant, business leader, and a trailblazer in Oregon politics, Congresswoman Chavez-DeRemer has demonstrated a steadfast dedication to supporting American workers, advancing pro-growth policies, and championing Main Street values. Her background as a successful entrepreneur and former mayor of Happy Valley uniquely positions her to lead the Department of Labor with a balanced, pragmatic approach that prioritizes both workforce development and economic opportunity. "Congresswoman Chavez-DeRemer has been a tireless advocate for policies that strengthen our economy, empower small businesses, and protect American jobs," said Sarah Chamberlain , President and CEO of the Republican Main Street Partnership. "Her leadership will ensure that the Department of Labor remains focused on creating pathways to success for all Americans, especially those working in small towns and Main Street communities across the country." Throughout her tenure in Congress, Chavez-DeRemer has been a key voice in advocating for workforce development initiatives, expanding access to vocational training, and supporting policies that bridge the gap between employers and a skilled workforce. Her nomination reflects a commitment to fostering a labor environment that is both competitive and compassionate, ensuring American workers have the tools they need to thrive in a dynamic economy. The Republican Main Street Partnership, representing a coalition of pragmatic, solutions-oriented Republicans, stands ready to support Secretary-designate Chavez-DeRemer in her new role. We look forward to her leadership in implementing forward-thinking labor policies that will benefit both workers and businesses nationwide. Congratulations to Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer on this well-deserved honor. We are confident that her leadership will contribute significantly to the continued prosperity and competitiveness of the American workforce. About Republican Main Street Partnership The Republican Main Street Partnership is a coalition of members of Congress dedicated to building a governing majority that supports pragmatic, commonsense solutions to the challenges facing the American people. Our mission is to promote policies that reflect the values of Main Street Americans and strengthen the fabric of our communities.

WASHINGTON, November 12, 2024 - The Republican Main Street Partnership is proud to congratulate several distinguished members and alumni on their appointments to serve in the incoming Trump Administration. These talented and dedicated public servants have been chosen to lead in roles that reflect their strengths, experience, and commitment to advancing policies that benefit all Americans.  Rep. Elise Stefanik (NY-21)  has been appointed as the United States Ambassador to the United Nations. Known for her strong advocacy for American leadership and support for our allies, Rep. Stefanik’s strategic insight and diplomatic skills make her an excellent choice for this critical role on the world stage. We are confident she will represent our nation's values and interests with honor and integrity. Rep. Mike Waltz (FL-06)  will serve as the National Security Advisor. A former Green Beret and a staunch supporter of a robust U.S. national defense, Rep. Waltz brings extensive military and security expertise to the position. His dedication to national security and his unwavering commitment to protecting the United States make him an outstanding leader to guide our nation’s security strategy. Former Rep. Lee Zeldin (NY-1)  has been named the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. As a former member of Congress with a track record of balancing environmental stewardship with economic growth, Mr. Zeldin is uniquely positioned to guide the EPA in implementing policies that will unleash American energy dominance. “We are incredibly proud to see members of the Republican Main Street Partnership chosen for such important roles,” said  RMSP President & CEO, Sarah Chamberlain . “Their appointments underscore the impact that pragmatic, solutions-focused leadership can have on our country and the world. We look forward to watching Rep. Stefanik, Rep. Waltz, and former Rep. Zeldin bring their expertise and values to the Trump Administration.” The Republican Main Street Partnership remains committed to supporting our members as they continue to champion policies that advance the economic, security, and environmental priorities of American families.

WASHINGTON D.C. – The Republican Main Street Partnership (RMSP) and Women2Women released a new poll with nationally recognized research firm Cygnal. With statewide polling of 801 likely Republican primary voters, the data reveals new insights about top primary voter concerns following the first three GOP presidential debates and the Israel-Hamas War. “With the first primary votes two months away, Republican voters want candidates with clear plans to tackle Bidenomics-fueled inflation and fixing our failed border policy are key to securing their vote,” said Sarah Chamberlain, RMSP President and CEO. “And while the Democratic Party tries to rein in its members who have been cheerleading Hamas, the GOP resolution in supporting Israel’s right to defend itself is backed up by the views of their voters.” The poll was conducted November 9-10, 2023. Some key findings include: The top two priorities for Republican presidential primary voters are inflation (41%) and illegal immigration (23%). Older voters (age 65 and over) are the most concerned about immigration (68%), while women are more concerned about inflation than men, with 44% of women ranking it as their most important issue versus 38% of men. Donald Trump is still the clear frontrunner for the GOP, with 60% of respondents choosing to vote for him if the primary election were held today. There continues to be a steep drop off between Trump and the next tier of candidates, with a tight race for second with Ron DeSantis at 9%, and Vivek Ramaswamy and Nikki Haley tied at 8%. Most of the presidential primary candidates are viewed favorably by primary voters, with the exception of Chris Christie (-24 net favorable). Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is viewed very favorably by Republican primary voters (+39 net favorable). However, women and voters under age 50 are more likely to view him unfavorably. 78% of primary voters say they are well-informed of the longstanding Israeli-Palestinian conflict. 75% of voters say they have been following the events post October 7th at least “somewhat” closely, with voters over the age of 65 much more likely to be following “very” closely (87%). Two-thirds of Republican primary voters have a positive opinion of Israel (66%). Women are slightly less likely than men to view Israel positively, at 60% versus 73%, respectively. In light of the October 7th Hamas terrorist attack, 57% of primary voters say their opinion of Israel has not changed, with 27% noting that their opinion has grown stronger and 11% saying their opinion has weakened. A 37% plurality of voters say the U.S. should provide weapons and financial aid to Israel. 24% of voters say that the U.S. should work to broker peace between Hamas and Israel, while another 12% say that the U.S. should do nothing at all. Over two-thirds (77%) of primary voters say the Israeli military incursion into Gaza is justified. METHODOLOGY: This survey was fielded from November 9-10, 2023 among a sample of N=801 2024 likely Republican presidential primary voters. Respondents were contacted through telephone sample providers and completed through telephone interviews. The sample was matched to the L2 voter file to verify respondents’ voter registration status, and was weighted to population benchmarks for likely voters statewide on gender, age, race/ethnicity, education, and Census region. Calculated the way it would be for a random sample and adjusted to incorporate the effect of weighting, the margin of sampling error is ± 3.46 percentage points. This survey was conducted by Cygnal on behalf of the Republican Main Street Partnership. ABOUT RMSP: The Republican Main Street Partnership (RMSP) encompasses a broad alliance of conservative, governing Republicans, including more than 90 sitting members in Congress. Led by President and CEO Sarah Chamberlain, RMSP is dedicated to working to enact common sense legislation that gets things done for the American people. RMSP’s members run and win in the most highly contested swing districts in the country.

WASHINGTON, October 12, 2023 - The Republican Main Street Partnership (RMSP) and Women2Women released a new poll with nationally recognized research firm The Tarrance Group. With statewide polling of 400 likely Nevada Republican primary voters, the data reveals new insights about top primary voter concerns following the first two GOP presidential debates and Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s removal. “If the Republican Party wants to project an image of strength and stability, we need to get our house in order fast. An overwhelming majority of Nevada GOP primary voters see Speaker McCarthy’s removal as a sign of the party’s dysfunction and inability to govern. Such public displays of chaos within our own ranks only hurts our members in key swing districts come Election Day," said Sarah Chamberlain, RMSP President and CEO. “The country needs a unified Republican Party that can provide necessary leadership to address the country's challenges and the ongoing conflict in Israel. Coalescing behind a Republican Speaker that has the full support of the House Republican Conference is the first step in doing so.” The poll was conducted Oct.6-10, 2023. Some key findings include: Two thirds of voters (68%) think that the removal of Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House will have some degree of impact on the Republican majority in Congress’ ability to govern and pass legislation. Over three-quarters of voters (76%) support Republican Members of Congress working with Democrats in the House to seek compromise on bipartisan solutions for the top issues facing our country. Voters have mixed opinions regarding last week’s vote to remove Kevin McCarthy from his position as Speaker of the House, with 48% approving of McCarthy’s removal, 41% disapproving, and 11% unsure. Young voters are especially in favor of McCarthy’s dismissal, with 61% of voters aged 18-44 approving of his removal. Twenty-seven percent of voters blame former Speaker McCarthy himself for his dismissal, 24% blame Congressman Matt Gaetz, and 21% blame the eight Republican Members who sided with Congressional Democrats in their vote to remove McCarthy. Donald Trump is still the clear frontrunner for the GOP, with 60% of respondents choosing to vote for him if the primary election were held today. There is a significant gap to the next tier of candidates. Voters are split on a runner-up candidate, with both Vivek Ramaswamy and Ron DeSantis tying for second at 11%. Nikki Haley climbed to third at 8%, with Chris Christie and Mike Pence tying at 2%. METHODOLOGY: This survey was fielded from Oct. 6-10, 2023, among a sample of N=400 2024 likely Nevada Republican voters statewide. Respondents were contacted through telephone sample providers and completed through telephone interviews. The sample was matched to the L2 voter file to verify respondents’ voter registration status, and was weighted to population benchmarks for likely voters statewide on gender, age, race/ethnicity, education, and Census region. Calculated the way it would be for a random sample and adjusted to incorporate the effect of weighting, the margin of sampling error is ± 4.9 percentage points. This survey was conducted by The Tarrance Group on behalf of the Republican Main Street Partnership. ABOUT RMSP: The Republican Main Street Partnership (RMSP) encompasses a broad alliance of conservative, governing Republicans, including more than 90 sitting members in Congress. Led by President and CEO Sarah Chamberlain, RMSP is dedicated to working to enact common sense legislation that gets things done for the American people. RMSP’s members run and win in the most highly contested swing districts in the country.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 13, 2023 Press Contact: David Frulla WASHINGTON D.C. – The Republican Main Street Partnership (RMSP) and Women2Women released a new poll with nationally recognized research firm Echelon Insights. With nationwide polling of 1,026 likely Republican primary voters, the data reveals surprising new insights about voter sentiment regarding a possible government shutdown this fall. “There are no winners when the government shuts down. There are only bigger losers, and Republicans are the ones who will lose the most if a budget and funding resolution isn’t authorized in eleven days. A majority of Republican voters see this as bad politics and even worse governing,” said Sarah Chamberlain, RMSP President and CEO. “Republicans have a choice in the coming two weeks. They can be a fractured party beholden to the more extreme wings of the GOP, or they can make a deal with Democrats and govern responsibly.” The poll was conducted August 31–September 4, 2023. Some key findings include: Two-thirds of GOP primary voters believe that a possible government shutdown is a “crisis” (67%), with the sentiment felt strongest (73%) among young voters (ages 18-39) and moderate Republicans (82%). More than half of GOP primary voters (51%) hope that their member of Congress works with others across party lines to keep the government open, and that fights over unrelated policy issues should not affect a potential government shutdown. If the federal government does shut down, half of GOP primary voters (50%) think that the Democratic party would be either probably or definitely responsible, and 30% of voters think that both parties would be equally responsible for this outcome. A majority of GOP primary voters had heard nothing or very little about the possibility of a government shutdown this fall (61%), with young voters (ages 18-39) ranking highest in this category at 68%. **Topline information can be found here, and full crosstabs can be found here. METHODOLOGY: This survey was fielded from August 31–September 4, 2023 among a sample of N=1,026 likely 2024 Republican primary voters nationwide. Respondents were contacted through web sample providers and completed the survey online. The sample was matched to the L2 voter file to verify respondents’ voter registration status, and was weighted to population benchmarks for likely Republican primary voters nationwide on gender, age, race/ethnicity, education, and Census region. Calculated the way it would be for a random sample and adjusted to incorporate the effect of weighting, the margin of sampling error is ± 3.8 percentage points. This survey was conducted by Echelon Insights on behalf of the Republican Main Street Partnership. ABOUT RMSP: The Republican Main Street Partnership (RMSP) encompasses a broad alliance of conservative, governing Republicans, including more than 85 sitting members in Congress. Led by President and CEO Sarah Chamberlain, RMSP is dedicated to working to enact common sense legislation that gets things done for the American people. RMSP’s members run and win in the most highly contested swing districts in the country.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 8, 2023 WASHINGTON - The Republican Main Street Partnership (RMSP) and Women2Women have released a new national poll with nationally recognized research firm Echelon Insights. With nationwide polling of 1,026 likely Republican primary voters, the data reveals some surprising new insights about top primary voter concerns following the first GOP presidential debate. The poll was conducted with a sample and methodology that is in accordance with the RNC's criteria for debate-qualifying polls. "Donald Trump is still polling well, and his absence at last month's debate seemed to do him no harm. Even with a clear second tier occupied by DeSantis and Ramaswamy, the only other candidates in double digits, this is a divided field that only advantages the man with the highest name ID in the world," notes Sarah Chamberlain, RMSP President and CEO. "In order for hopefuls to narrow this gap to Trump, they need to make serious headway among voters, promoting clear agendas that will actually address the problems like cost of living and mental health that voters really care about." The poll was conducted August 31 - September 4, 2023. Some key findings include: Donald Trump is still the clear frontrunner for the GOP, garnering a majority of support among respondents (59%). He performed most strongly among non-college educated individuals (64%), within the 18-39 age range (64%), among mothers (67%), and the most conservative voters (68%). Voters are split on a runner-up candidate, with both Vivek Ramaswamy and Ron DeSantis tying for second at 11%. The third tier of candidates includes Mike Pence and Nikki Haley, both rising to 6% following the August GOP presidential debate. The only other candidates to gain the support of at least 1% of respondents are Tim Scott, Chris Christie, and Will Hurd, all at 1%. Top voter issues include cost of living (27%), immigration (17%), jobs and the economy (16%), and political corruption (13%). Cost of living is a particularly acute issue for voters, with parents naming it as their top concern (40% of mothers and 32% of fathers). Mental health is a critical topic of concern among voters, with an overwhelming majority of respondents considering both children / teen mental health (76%) and adult mental health (69%) to be a crisis. For adult mental health, drugs and addiction is seen as the top contributor to this crisis (37%), followed by lack of mental health resources (22%). For children / teen mental health, social media is the biggest cause for concern (32%). Parents and younger generations are especially concerned about the mental health of children and teens, with the issue polling highest among the 18-39 age range (85%). Nearly every mother (93%) and two-thirds of fathers (68%) consider mental health to be a major problem among children and teens. Nearly one-in-three (30%) of likely Republican primary voters believe that climate change is a crisis, with the sentiment strongest among younger voters aged 18-39 (38%). Regarding how to tackle climate change in Congress, 39% of respondents want their members to support policies producing more natural gas, 31% of respondents want to promote American innovation and develop more clean energy technology, 27% support an increase in clean nuclear energy production, and 22% support placing pressure on China to reduce its carbon pollution. **Topline information can be found here, and full crosstabs can be found here. METHODOLOGY: This survey was fielded from August 31 - September 4, 2023, among a sample of N=1,026 likely 2024 Republican primary voters nationwide. Respondents were contacted through web sample providers and completed the survey online. The sample was matched to the L2 voter file to verify respondents' voter registration status, and was weighted to population benchmarks for likely Republican primary voters nationwide on gender, age, race/ethnicity, education, and Census region. Calculated the way it would be for a random sample and adjusted to incorporate the effect of weighting, the margin of sampling error is ± 3.8 percentage points. This survey was conducted by Echelon Insights on behalf of the Republican Main Street Partnership. ABOUT RMSP: The Republican Main Street Partnership (RMSP) encompasses a broad alliance of conservative, governing Republicans, including more than 85 sitting members in Congress. Led by President and CEO Sarah Chamberlain, RMSP is dedicated to working to enact common sense legislation that gets things done for the American people. RMSP's members run and win in the most highly contested swing districts in the country.

September 1, 2023 -- At last week’s Republican debate, businessman Vivek Ramaswamy arguably made the biggest splash of any candidate. Sharing center stage with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, the entrepreneur spoke more than any contender other than former Vice President Mike Pence and even briefly surpassed the absent front-runner, former President Donald Trump, in Google search traffic. Built partly on his personal wealth and media savvy, Ramaswamy’s longshot candidacy has crystallized into something that is, if not quite at the level of constituting a serious challenge, at least competitive enough to draw more attention. On debate day, he stood at about 10 percent in FiveThirtyEight’s national polling average, up from 4 percent in early July. Similar to less heralded candidates who came before him, Ramaswamy is now facing more scrutiny from fellow Republicans and the media. His primary opponents criticized his positions and inexperience during the debate, while his comments about some issues — such as the possible involvement of the federal government in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks — have prompted journalists to more closely examine Ramaswamy. So as Ramaswamy stands on the precipice of becoming a big-time candidate, we took a look at who is backing him, what his potential ceiling might be and which other GOP candidate(s) he could take support from in the coming weeks and months. That said, there’s limited evidence that Ramaswamy tends to perform somewhat better among more educated voters. A HarrisX/American Free Enterprise Chamber of Commerce poll conducted just before the debate found Ramaswamy at 10 percent support nationally, but 12 percent among likely voters who had at least a four-year college degree and 8 percent among those without one. Another HarrisX pollconducted right after the debate for The Messenger (this time of registered voters) also found a similar gap. And while mid-August surveys from Echelon Insights/Republican Main Street Partnership and JMC Analytics found Ramaswamy at different overall levels of support — 15 percent and 5 percent, respectively — each also showed him doing slightly better with college-educated voters. Read the full story at FiveThirtyEight

WASHINGTON - In case you missed it on Main Street this week, Main Street Members are back home, hearing from voters about the issues that matter to Main Street America. As we prepare for Congress to return this September, Main Street Members remain dedicated to advancing policies that lower energy costs, protect our communities, and strengthen small business. See more about Main Street Members' work this week below. Members at Work For Main Street America