Dear Friends,

As we race through summer, the Minnesota GOP is building momentum across the state—with new field staff, bold leadership, and boots on the ground. From exposing DFL failures to welcoming new volunteers, we are expanding our reach and preparing for victory in 2025 and beyond.

Election Integrity & Fraud: DFL Must Answer

The DFL’s failures on election integrity are stacking up.

Last week, House Republicans demanded answers from Secretary of State Steve Simon after he refused a lawful DOJ request for access to Minnesota’s voter rolls—a request required under federal law for verification.

“Minnesotans expect transparency and accountability from our election officials,” said Rep. Duane Quam. “Refusing to cooperate with the Civil Rights Division’s review calls the Secretary’s commitment to those principles into question.”

Even worse? Massive, unchecked fraud continues in our state programs.

In a powerful new report, Acting U.S. Attorney Joe Thompson put it bluntly:

“The level of fraud in Minnesota is astonishing. It is brazen. And it is deeply woven into the fabric of our state programs. There are little to no internal controls.”

Read the full Star Tribune article here →

This is why Republicans are demanding audits, accountability, and action. Minnesota taxpayers—and vulnerable citizens—deserve better.

Elephant Club Happy Hour – August 14

You’re invited! Join us at our next Elephant Club Happy Hour:

Thursday, August 14

5:00 – 7:00 PM

Bearpath Golf & Country Club

Featured Speakers: Republican Candidates for Governor

Other candidates and elected officials will be in attendance.

Non-members: $75 | Members: FREE (plus one guest)

RSVP required

Dress Code: Professional Attire

Elephant Club Members RSVP Here

Guests RSVP Here

 Contact Dennis Smith at 612-889-3971 to learn more

This is an incredible opportunity to connect, network, and hear directly from our leaders of the future.

BPOU of the Week: Rice County GOP

This week, we are proud to highlight Rice County GOP for their impactful community events, great county fair, party activism & fundraising, as well as volunteer recruitment efforts.

Rice County sold over $500 worth of merchandise to help finance the MNGOP State Fair Booth at their county fair! Awesome effort from Steve Cherney and his fantastic crew.

MEET OUR FIELD TEAM

SEBASTIAN STOSS

Sebastian Stoss has spent years helping Republicans across Minnesota.

In 2024, he was elected Co-Chairman of the Minnesota College Republicans, where he organized and managed chapters with hundreds of students across the state.

He joined our team in June 2025 as field staff and has spent his time campaigning for numerous candidates throughout our state. 

Sebastian has also become quite proficient in our new PULSAR Software. So, when it comes time for walk books and door knocking, be sure to reach out to him.

EMAIL: [email protected]

GRETA VAN GUILDER

Greta was raised in MN-02 and has a BA degree in Communications & Journalism. She is a former college athlete and is 100% committed to the RED TEAM. She joined the staff as a Field Staffer in June of 2025.

She has previous campaign experience throughout the Twin Cities. Greta is always willing to help any BPOU with social media, communications, graphics, and video editing.

So far, she has been helping to prepare the CD-2 office, assisting the communications team with newsletters and social media posts, and managing the PCR processing.

EMAIL: [email protected]

With energy and appreciation,

Donna Bergstrom

Deputy Chair

Republican Party of Minnesota

P.S. Watch your email for communications on how you can help with our three special elections coming up!