Jeff Gunter, a former ambassador to Iceland who bills himself as an “America first” candidate, has donated money to anti-Trump Republicans such as Liz Cheney and Mitt Romney in hopes of winning the Republican nomination for the Nevada Senate. I have a history.
gunter provided He served as former President Donald Trump’s ambassador to Iceland for 18 months. However, his tenure has been plagued by accusations of poor performance. The former ambassador is in a crowded primary race supported by the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) between Army veteran Sam Brown and Senate Republican Conference Committee Chairman John Barrasso (R-Wyo.). join. Other candidates include former state Rep. Jim Merchant and former lieutenant governor candidate Tony Grady.
This Senate race could bode well for Republicans, as they hope to oust Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-Nevada) and gain a Senate majority.
Although Gunter claims the title of “America First” candidate in the Silver State, he frequently donates to anti-Trump candidates.
Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) speaks before the Rules Committee at the Capitol on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, in Washington, DC. (Kent Nishimura/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
Also this:
- Over $8,000 Donation In 2016, the award went to Never Trump and former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.), who later helped lead Democrats on the Jan. 6 campaign committee.
- $14,650+ Donation Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) from 2007 to 2020.
- $5,000 Donation Mitt Romney’s presidential campaign
- $7,700 Donation To Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky)
- $7,500 Donation Anti-Trump House Speaker John Boehner
Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) speaks with reporters during voting at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
one of gunther consultantJohn Thomas secured $50 million for a “scam” super PAC supporting Gov. Ron DeSantis’ (R-Fla.) campaign.
Thomas founded Ron the Rescue in November 2023 and secured large donations from wealthy donors.daily mail report Thomas’ PAC was using his name and likeness without his likeness and claimed it could be considered a “fraud.” The PAC reportedly spent about $20,000 on grassroots efforts to increase support for DeSantis.
Andrew Romeo, DeSantis’ campaign communications director at the time, said: “We’ve made it clear from the beginning that this is a fraudulent PAC designed to defraud Ron DeSantis, and that they are no longer defrauding donors of their money.” “It’s welcome news that they’re not trying to take it.” ”
The PAC claimed President Trump was responsible in December 2022.
The PAC said, “Mr. Trump is the most important person and his renomination will only give the Democrats more fodder. Voters are starting to wake up!!”
“A USA Today/Suffolk University poll found that 56 percent of Republican and Republican-leaning voters…
Contributor Ron goes to help. upon Tuesday, December 13, 2022
At the same time, the PAC said, “We can once again recognize President Trump’s accomplishments…But calling for the abolition of the Constitution is not only insane, but damaging to our country.”
At this point, we are no different from the left. It’s time for Trump to retire and make room for new blood. ”
Once again, we can give President Trump credit for his accomplishments…but calling for the abolition of the Constitution is not…
Contributor Ron goes to help. upon Sunday, December 4, 2022
“DeSantis can win by engaging needed suburban, Hispanic, and independent voters while retaining Trump’s rural base. For many of the needed crossover voters, Trump is just poison. ,” Ron to the Rescue wrote in November 2022.
DeSantis can win by engaging the necessary suburban, Hispanic, and independent voters while retaining Trump’s rural base. Trump is just poison to many of the necessary crossover voters.
Contributor Ron goes to help. upon Monday, November 28, 2022
In February 2023, Ron to the Rescue wrote:
Progressives know that Mr. DeSantis is a strong candidate and will not engage in childish schoolyard games as easily as former President Trump. Democrats are afraid, they know Ron DeSantis is the strongest and most viable Republican who can win the 2024 presidential election. They know DeSantis is the future.
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CNN calling DeSantis an “authoritarian” is like a child calling a classmate “fat and mean.” because…
Contributor Ron goes to help. upon Friday, February 3, 2023
The anti-Trump PAC wrote that President Trump is “throwing the pro-life movement under the bus to distract from his role in the midterms’ poor performance.”
Regardless of whether you believe President Trump’s assessment is correct or incorrect, despite the moderate stance taken by other Republicans on abortion…
Contributor Ron goes to help. upon Monday, January 2, 2023
The PAC notes that President Trump’s “unfavorability rating among primary voters is at an all-time high at 55%, which is 20 percentage points higher than Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’s 35%.” There is.
The polls speak for themselves: Trump’s disfavor among primary voters is at a record high of 55%, 20 percentage points ahead of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’s 35%.
Contributor Ron goes to help. upon Wednesday, March 8, 2023
In May 2023, Thomas, a consultant to Gunter, criticized Trump for skipping the Republican debate.
he I have written “What Trump is doing here is robbing the party of one of its key roles of relevance: the role of debate.”
In May 2023, Thomas wrote that Trump would distract from attacks on Biden, saying, “This election must be a referendum on Biden and his failed leadership, not his Republican challenger.” said. [Trump]”
We need DeSanti. This election must be a referendum on Biden and his failed leadership, not against a Republican challenger.
— John Thomas (@TheThomasGuide) May 22, 2023
Beyond Gunter’s ties to anti-Trump donors and anti-Trump consultants, his time as ambassador to Iceland may be of concern to Nevada Republican primary voters.
2021 State Department Office of Inspector General Report found Gunter claimed he had created an “intimidating and intimidating environment” at the embassy.
“When Jeff was serving as U.S. Ambassador, he was completely unable to fulfill his duties at the most critical time for the country. ” said a former senior State Department official from the Trump administration. Said.
“This tells you everything you need to know about his leadership abilities and whether he should be a U.S. senator,” the official added.
Sean Moran is a policy reporter at Breitbart News. Follow him on Twitter @SeanMoran3.
