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Warwick, RI – In response to today’s so-called “Hands Off” protest held across Rhode Island, Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers issued a direct and unapologetic statement condemning the misguided focus […]

Warwick, RI – In response to Senator Jack Reed’s recent remarks attacking President Trump’s plan to use Guantanamo Bay to detain illegal immigrants, including members of violent transnational gangs, Republican […]

Chairman Joe Powers Calls Out Yet Another Empty Promise from RI Democrats Statement from Joe Powers, Chairman of the Rhode Island Republican Party “In a not-so-unbelievable turn of events, Rep […]

Warwick, RI – Rhode Island Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers strongly supports President Donald J. Trump’s executive order to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education. This bold and necessary move […]

WARWICK, RI – Rhode Island Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers is calling for the immediate resignation of Providence City Council Chief of Staff June Rose following their recent arrest during […]

Warwick, RI – The Republican Party of Rhode Island has concluded its 2025 Reorganization Meeting, electing new leadership in a decisive contest. The slate led by Joe Powers for Chairman, […]

Warwick, RI –  The Rhode Island Republican Party is calling for a full-scale investigation into the shocking allegations that Senator Sheldon Whitehouse funneled federal funds to benefit his wife’s consulting […]

Warwick, RI – Rhode Island Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers commends House Minority Leader Michael Chippendale and the House Minority Caucus for their leadership in unveiling the FY 2026 Budget […]

WARWICK, RI – Rhode Island Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers issued a strong rebuke today against a letter circulated to all 39 cities and towns in Rhode Island, encouraging local […]

Warwick, R.I. – In a shameful and unprecedented move, Rhode Island Senate Democrats have refused to pass a resolution congratulating President Donald J. Trump on his historic re-election and inauguration. […]

WARWICK, RI – Chairman of the Rhode Island Republican Party, Joe Powers, issued a strong condemnation of President Joe Biden’s 11th-hour pardons of individuals associated with the January 6th Committee, […]

Warwick, RI – Today’s unconditional discharge sentencing of President Donald J. Trump is the final act in a disgraceful misuse of the justice system. This weak and hollow outcome is […]

Warwick, RI -The Rhode Island Republican Party is heartbroken by the tragic events that unfolded early this morning in New Orleans. A senseless act of violence claimed the lives of […]

Warwick, RI – The Rhode Island Republican Party joins the nation in mourning the loss of President Jimmy Carter, whose remarkable legacy of public service, dedication to humanitarian causes, and […]

Warwick, RI – RI Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers today criticized President Joe Biden’s last-minute pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, calling it a troubling breach of public trust. The […]

Warwick, RI – Rhode Island Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers proudly congratulates President Donald J. Trump on his decisive win, securing his place as the 47th President of the United […]

Warwick, RI – In response to the conclusion of a yearlong investigation revealing Governor Dan McKee’s direct intervention in awarding a multimillion-dollar contract to the politically connected ILO Group, RI […]

Warwick, RI – RI Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers is calling out Commerce Secretary and former Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo for her dangerous and irresponsible comments about former President […]

Warwick, RI –The RI Republican Party is thrilled to announce the appointment of Kenneth Naylor as Election Integrity Officer. With extensive field experience in Rhode Island, Virginia, and Washington, DC, […]

Warwick, RI – In response to the recent assassination attempt on President Donald J. Trump, Rhode Island Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers has issued a strong statement condemning the act […]

Warwick, RI – Rhode Island Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers slammed the state’s top Democrats today after a shocking report from GoLocalProv revealed that the state’s most powerful Democratic leaders, including Speaker Joe […]

Warwick, RI – As Minnesota Governor Tim Walz visits Rhode Island, Joe Powers, Chairman of the Rhode Island Republican Party, is urging Rhode Islanders to take a hard look at the […]

Warwick, RI – The Rhode Island Republican Party is pleased to announce the appointment of Aiden Carey as the new Executive Director, effective immediately. Aiden, a 2020 graduate of LaSalle […]

Warwick, RI – Kamala Harris’s selection of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her Vice Presidential running mate is a clear signal of her commitment to radical, far-left policies that will […]

Warwick, RI – Republican Party of Rhode Island Chairman Joe Powers released the following statement criticizing the Democrats’ undemocratic process of anointing Kamala Harris: “The actions of the Democratic Party are […]

Warwick, RI – President Joe Biden has announced his withdrawal from the presidential race, leaving the Democrat Party in total turmoil. Despite the chaos, the Republican Party stands united and resolute […]

For Immediate Release Contact: [email protected] July 13, 2024 Rhode Island Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers Condemns Attack on President Donald Trump Warwick, RI – Rhode Island Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers […]

Warwick, RI – Joe Powers, Chairman of the Rhode Island Republican Party, expressed profound disappointment today as House Democrats once again voted unanimously against the creation of an Office of […]

WARWICK, RHODE ISLAND-Today, the Rhode Island Republican Party stands firmly with President Donald J. Trump following the New York court’s decision. We believe in the integrity of our legal system […]

Warwick, RI – Today, Republican Party of Rhode Island Chairman Joe Powers released the following statement on RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel’s decision to step down as RNC Chair: “On behalf of […]

Providence, RI – It has been 63 days since the abrupt closure of the Washington Bridge, a pivotal artery in Rhode Island’s transportation network. With Rhode Islanders left in the dark […]

Warwick, RI – Today, the Republican Party of Rhode Island Chairman Joe Powers announced that Drew McKissick, Co-Chairman of the Republican National Committee, will be the keynote speaker at the […]

Warwick, RI – Today, Republican Party of Rhode Island Chairman Joe Powers is renewing the call to create the Office of Inspector General following the report that the U.S. Department […]

Providence, RI – Yesterday, Republican Party of Rhode Island Chairman, Joe Powers, along with Senate Republican Leader Jessica de la Cruz and House Republican Leader Michael Chippendale renewed calls to establish […]

Warwick, RI – 20 Republican committees representing cities and towns took part in the Wreaths Across America ceremony this past weekend. On Saturday, volunteers gathered at the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery to […]

Warwick, RI – Rhode Island Republican Party Chairman Joe Powers fiercely condemns Governor Dan McKee for his stunningly inadequate leadership and appalling lack of priorities, starkly illustrated by his participation in […]

Republican Party of RI Chairman Joe Powers Congratulates RI Democrat’s New Chairwoman Liz Baretta-Perik for becoming the first woman chairman, and the Rhode Island Democratic Party for entering the 21st […]

Warwick, RI –Republican Party of Rhode Island Chairman Joe Powers released the following statement in response to Rhode Island Senator Sheldon Whitehouse’s legislation to establish term limits for Supreme Court […]

WARWICK, RI – Republican Party of Rhode Island Chairman Joe Powers released the following statement, responding to the Democratic Leadership’s insipid and cheap DNC talking points: “Here we go… While Joe Biden’s […]

Warwick, RI – Today, the Republican Party of Rhode Island released the following statement on the terrorist attacks against Israel by Hamas: “The Republican Party of Rhode Island strongly condemns the […]

Warwick, RI – Today, Republican Party of Rhode Island Chairman Joe Powers released the following statement on today’s Primary Election results: “I want to congratulate Gerry Leonard and Niyoka Powell for […]

WARWICK, RI – In light of Don Carlson’s decision to suspend his campaign after allegations came to light, the Republican Party of RI renewed calls to reduce the current 20-day […]

“We are saddened to hear about the passing of former Chairman John Holmes, and the entire Republican Party of Rhode Island sends heartfelt condolences to his family. When John served […]

Today, the Ethics Commission voted to investigate Governor Dan McKee for accepting a free lunch from a lobbyist. While enjoying a free lunch, McKee also accepted campaign donations from a state […]

Last week, the Providence Journal reported that House Finance Chairman Marvin Abney reported a $50,000 loan to his congressional campaign from John Brooks. Loans of this nature are illegal under federal law. Abney was appointed […]

WARWICK, RI –Republican Party of Rhode Island Chairman Joe Powers released the following statement after Cranston City Solicitor Christopher Millea announced that an additional charge of obstruction of a police officer […]

WARWICK, RI — Today, Republican Party of Rhode Island Chairman Joe Powers announced the full endorsement and support of Gerry Leonard for Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional District.  “Our Nominating Committee –tasked with […]

WARWICK, RI —Today, the Ethics Commission voted to investigate House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi for pushing legislation which overrode local control over zoning to financially benefit his legal client. The […]

Today, Joe Powers, Chairman of the Republican Party of R.I., has filed a complaint with the R.I. Ethics Commission regarding House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi. In 2017, Shekarchi, a land use attorney, pushed […]

Today, Sue Cienki, Chairwoman of the R.I. Republican party, filed an open meetings complaint against the Reapportionment Commission for their flagrant disregard of the Open Meeting law. There is no doubt […]

Earlier today, WPRI reported that Governor McKee had reached a tentative agreement with AFSCME Council 94, the state’s largest of state workers union, that includes a provision for two separate $1500 bonuses […]

We are pleased that the Ethics Commission decided today to fine Brett Smiley for his pay to play fundraising tactics and to investigate Tony Silva for hiding his financial interest […]

With House Resolution (H.R.) 1/Senate (S.)1 failing, Democrats have shifted their focus to pass H.R. 4.  H.R. 4 is yet another attempt to take over our federal elections.  Elections belong to the […]

“As a parent, our most important responsibility is to raise good kids, and protect them as best we can, from the evils that surround them while growing up. Critical Race Theory is […]

The chaos in Afghanistan makes clear what we all already knew: Joe Biden is incapable to lead and we are less safe because of him. This isn’t conjecture, but proven […]

  Advancing the model they set leading up to, during, and following the November, 2020 elections, the RNC continues its Constitutionally-supported legal challenges and robust financial investments in America’s pursuit of […]

Recently, it has been learned that after becoming the Chief of Staff to Governor Daniel McKee, Anthony Silva attempted to influence Cumberland Mayor Jeff Mutter to support the development of […]

Today, some who are lobbying to change Rhode Island law to make it easier to commit voter fraud are releasing numbers from their slanted poll to support their legislative agenda. In […]

There have been recent news reports on Governor Dan McKee’s cancelation of a fundraiser hosted by Gerry Zarrella, former honorary co-chairman of the Trump’s Rhode Island campaign. The R.I. Republican […]

This week the Senate and House are voting on the Climate Bill, H5445/S0078, which requires Rhode Islanders to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases they produce. The bill legally requires […]

The Senate and the House of Representatives recently voted for legislation to address climate change by requiring Rhode Islanders to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases they put into the […]

Governor Raimondo has placed the nomination of John “Jack” Revens, Jr, Esq. forward to the General Assembly to fill a six year term on the Public Utilities Commission (“PUC”) that […]

Today, Sue Cienki, Chairwoman of the R.I. Republican Party, has filed a complaint with the R.I. Ethics Commission regarding Brett Smiley, Governor Raimondo’s Director of Administration, for soliciting donations from […]

Recently, WPRI and the Providence Journal reported how Brett Smiley, Governor Gina Raimondo’s Director of Administration, had taken thousands of dollars in contributions from individuals who are employed by state […]

With Governor Gina Raimondo about to exit, Lt. Governor Dan McKee created a website, mckeetransition.com, to accept applications for anyone wanting to be lieutenant governor. He also placed Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena in charge […]