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January 26, 2024

“We have the best map in a decade.”

WASHINGTON, DC — NRSC Chairman Steve Daines appeared before The Ripon Society, where he assessed the political landscape for Republicans, and highlighted nine races where the GOP has an opportunity to recapture the Senate.
January 19, 2024

McHenry Shares His Thoughts on the “Value of House Republicans” in Review of 2023 Accomplishments

WASHINGTON, DC — The Ripon Society held a meeting with Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee Patrick McHenry (NC-10) to discuss the committee’s 2023 triumphs and what is left on the “to-do” list.
January 16, 2024

Pemberton Decries 2020 Law Passed by DC City Council, Saying It Has Fueled Crime Crisis in Our Nation’s Capital

WASHINGTON, DC — Before a meeting of The Ripon Society, Chairman of the D.C. Police Union Gregg Pemberton decried a law passed in 2020 by the DC City Council, saying it has fueled the current crime crisis in our nation’s capital.
January 11, 2024

Ripon Society and Franklin Center Host Bipartisan House Chiefs of Staff Association to Kick Off New Year

WASHINGTON, DC — To kick off the New Year and the second session of the 118th Congress, The Ripon Society & Franklin Center held a meeting last night with the bipartisan House Chiefs of Staffs Association last night.
December 18, 2023

Ripon Society & Franklin Center Hold 12th Annual Bipartisan Luncheon to Honor the “Unsung Heroes of Capitol Hill”

WASHINGTON, DC – The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange held their 12th annual bipartisan luncheon honoring the Schedulers and Executive Assistants in the U.S. House and Senate.
December 15, 2023

“ADVICE FOR THE NEW HOUSE SPEAKER: GOVERN LIKE IT’S 1999”

WASHINGTON, DC — With the 2024 election less than 12 months away, The Ripon Forum examines what new Speaker Mike Johnson can do to help GOP candidates on the campaign trail and the state of the race heading into next year.
December 13, 2023

“It’s our job to make sure we show the public that Republicans can govern.”

WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Reps. Tom Emmer and Guy Reschenthaler looked back on some of the key things House Republicans were able to accomplish over the past 12 months, and expressed optimism that — after a chaotic end to 2023 — the party will come together to govern and build on their majority in 2024.
December 7, 2023

Gonzales & Pfluger Push to Strengthen Security Along America’s Southern Border

WASHINGTON, DC – The Ripon Society hosted a discussion with U.S. Reps. Tony Gonzales (TX-23) and August Pfluger (TX-11), who talked about how migrants crossing the border is impacting the global perception of America.
December 4, 2023

Bice & Houlahan Lead Bipartisan Effort to Pass Paid Family Leave

WASHINGTON, DC – The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange hosted a discussion with Reps. Stephanie Bice & Chrissy Houlahan, who are leading an effort to build bipartisan support for paid family leave.
November 6, 2023

“ON THIS WE AGREE”

WASHINGTON, DC — The 5th Annual Veterans Day Special Edition of The Ripon Forum shines a light on a group of Republican and Democratic leaders who are working across the aisle to take care of our veterans and keep our nation secure.
November 3, 2023

“It’s very important that Republicans look forward, and not backward.”

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Reps. Frank Lucas (OK-03) and Larry Bucshon, M.D. (IN-08) appeared before The Ripon Society to discuss the state of the House Republican Conference and the legislative agenda for the remainder of the year.
October 26, 2023

D’Esposito, Lawler, and Molinaro Bring Bipartisan Values to Washington

WASHINGTON, DC – Just hours before the U.S. House of Representatives successfully elected a Speaker, The Ripon Society heard from U.S. Reps. Anthony D’Esposito (NY-4), Mike Lawler (NY-17), and Marc Molinaro (NY-19).