RGA Statement on Derek Schmidt’s Primary Victory

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Republican Governors Association released the following statement on Derek Schmidt’s primary election victory:

“Derek Schmidt believes every Kansan has a responsibility to leave the state better than they found it, and as the state’s Attorney General and a former legislator, that is exactly what Derek has worked to do,” said RGA Co-Chairs Governors Doug Ducey and Pete Ricketts. “While Democrat Laura Kelly shut down businesses, schools, and churches during the pandemic, Derek fought for Kansas livelihoods and freedom. As Kelly welcomes Joe Biden’s recession and ignores his border crisis, Derek is working tirelessly to fend off the Biden administration’s reckless agenda and keep the fentanyl flowing over the southern border off Kansas streets. Kelly remains deeply out-of-touch with mainstream Kansas values, and we’re excited to help Derek bring change this November.”