Georgia GOP Expels Former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan for Disloyalty Amid Trump Opposition
January 7, 2025
In a May 2024 article, Duncan endorsed Biden, stating that Trump disqualified himself because of his conduct, particularly relating to the January 6 events.
A wind advisory was also in effect for multiple counties in Georgia until January 7, 2025, highlighting ongoing weather concerns in the state.
Duncan's actions and the party's response reflect a significant shift in the political landscape of Georgia, particularly following Biden's historic win in the state in 2020.
Duncan also declined to endorse Burt Jones, the Republican nominee to succeed him as lieutenant governor, due to Jones's support for Trump.
Duncan's expulsion was driven by his opposition to GOP candidates, potential third-party presidential aspirations, and his backing of Democratic campaigns.
This decision underscores the growing divisions within the Republican Party, particularly between traditional conservatives and those aligned with former President Donald Trump.
The Georgia Republican Party has expelled former Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan, citing disloyalty due to his support for Kamala Harris during the campaign.
During his tenure as lieutenant governor from 2019 to 2023, Duncan frequently clashed with party members, including his criticism of GOP candidate Herschel Walker's Senate bid in 2022.
In a recent CNN interview, Duncan expressed surprise at the timing of his expulsion, questioning what took the party so long to act.
Duncan has been vocal against Trump, accusing him of inciting the Capitol riots and questioning the legitimacy of Biden's win in Georgia.
As of now, the Georgia GOP has not issued any further comments regarding Duncan's expulsion.
The resolution passed by the party prohibits Duncan from using his Republican affiliation and bans him from all GOP properties and events.
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Yahoo News • Jan 7, 2025
Former GA Lt. Governor expelled from Republican party
Daily Mail • Jan 7, 2025
Senior Republican is EXPELLED from the party for 'disloyalty'
Fox News • Jan 7, 2025
Georgia GOP expels former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan from party, citing alleged disloyalty
The Hill • Jan 7, 2025
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