Loudoun County Republican Committee

05/31/2026

Fellow Republicans:

There has been considerable confusion surrounding last night’s State Central Committee meeting and the discussion regarding the three radical constitutional amendments Democrats are advancing for the November ballot.

To clarify the record: the State Central Committee did NOT vote on the substance of the amendments, nor did it adopt an official position either supporting or opposing them.

The ONLY motion voted upon was procedural. The motion asked whether the matter should be referred to the Resolutions Committee for further review and guidance, with a recommendation to be brought back before the State Central Committee at its next meeting for consideration and a formal vote at that time.

That procedural motion passed by a vote of 32–30.

As a result, NO official position was taken by the Republican Party of Virginia last night on the proposed constitutional amendments. The matter was DEFERRED for additional review and will return before the SCC at a future meeting—possibly as early as June 13.

The amendments themselves raise serious concerns for many Virginians, particularly regarding abortion policy, voting rights restoration, and the redefinition of marriage in the Constitution.

Reasonable Republicans may disagree on process, timing, and strategy. But we should ALL agree that our responsibility is to approach issues of this magnitude thoughtfully and transparently.

Republicans are strongest when we remain grounded in principle, united in purpose, and focused on the future of the Commonwealth rather than internal division.

For Loudoun County residents seeking additional information or wishing to share their views, your representatives on the State Central Committee are Dan Brubaker, Jim Huber, and

Onward,
George Taplin

Chairman
Loudoun County Republican Committee

05/31/2026

Loudoun County Republicans —

Today’s State Central Committee vote has generated a lot of conversation — and rightfully so. These are not small issues. They go to the heart of who we are as a party and what we believe as Virginians.

Before I speak formally on behalf of the LCRC, I want to make sure I have the full picture. I am currently gathering information and perspectives from across our committee and our community.

When I have what I need, I will speak clearly and directly — as I always have.

Stay tuned. More to come.

— George Taplin, Chairman

Loudoun County Republican Committee

05/28/2026

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05/28/2026

Americans are watching the U.S. Supreme Court closely right now — and for good reason.

Several major cases now before the Court could shape elections, citizenship, parental rights, and confidence in our institutions for years to come.

One of the big ones is—MAIL-IN BALLOTS & ELECTION INTEGRITY

One of the most important election integrity cases now before the Court involves mail-in ballots and whether ballots arriving AFTER Election Day should still be counted.

The case comes out of Mississippi, where ballots can arrive days after the election as long as they were postmarked by Election Day.

Election Day should mean Election Day.

Many Americans lost confidence in the fairness and transparency of elections when vote counting stretched on for days after polls closed, not to mention ruin 45 days of early voting.

Regardless of party, people deserve clear rules, timely results, and confidence that elections are administered fairly and consistently.

If the Court sides with the RNC, it could establish stronger nationwide standards for when ballots must be received and counted. That could go a long way toward restoring trust in the process.

On X, follow for updates on this SCOTUS case and others including: Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, Girls Sports & Title IX and Birthright Citizenship.

Does federal law require mail-in ballots for federal elections to be cast and received by Election Day, or can states count ballots received after Election Day as long as ballots are postmarked by Election Day?

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the Americans who never came home. Men and women who carried the weight of duty onto distant battlefields and gave their lives so this nation could endure through war, uncertainty, and sacrifice.

Their courage built the peace and freedom we often take for granted. Their absence is felt every day by the families they left behind, the friends who still remember them, and the country they served with honor.

As we gather with family, raise a flag, or stand for the National Anthem this weekend, may we do so with gratitude worthy of their sacrifice.

From all of us at the Loudoun County Republican Committee, may God bless the memory of our fallen heroes, their families, and the United States of America.

05/19/2026

“West Virginia isn’t just competing for jobs anymore. It’s competing for Loudoun families.”

That line should stop every elected official in Loudoun County in their tracks.

In his op-ed for , George Taplin lays out the reality many families are living every day: rising taxes, soaring costs, and a county becoming unaffordable for the very people who built it.

https://www.loudounnow.com/opinion/taplin-loudoun-families-are-being-priced-out-and-west-virginia-knows-it/article_819bf7fc-a3cb-48a0-9c19-c781f1930732.html

05/19/2026

Violence against innocent people is evil — no matter who the victims are, no matter where it happens, and no matter what cause someone claims to serve.

Today, Muslim families in San Diego are grieving after a senseless act of violence. They deserve our prayers, our compassion, and our solidarity as fellow Americans and fellow human beings.

We are living in a time where anger is too often rewarded, hatred is amplified, and too many people have forgotten that every life carries dignity given by God. A civilized society cannot survive if we continue to excuse, celebrate, or rationalize violence when it is directed at people we disagree with, misunderstand, or fear.

There is no courage in hatred. There is no honor in terrorizing innocent people. And there is no future for this country if Americans begin seeing one another as enemies instead of neighbors.

We must reject political violence. Religious violence. Racial violence. All of it.

May the families and community members affected find strength. And may this country rediscover a spirit of decency, restraint, and peace before more innocent lives are shattered.

05/17/2026

🚨PLEASE JOIN US FOR A SENATE DEBATE, BRUNCH, and SILENT AUCTION!

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On June 6, the Loudoun County Republican Committee is hosting a debate of all three Virginia GOP candidates running for the U.S Senate Republican nomination.

Come hear their positions on issues important to YOU.

Join us beforehand for a delicious brunch and silent auction at the River Creek Country Club.

The debate will be moderated by John Reid, former candidate for Virginia Lt. Gov and host of the wildly popular podcast.

After the debate you'll be asked "For whom would you vote if the election were held today?" Results will be revealed in real time.

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05/15/2026

🚨EXPLAINER- United States Supreme Court decision regarding Virginia’s redistricting case🚨

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to step into the case. That means the decision of the Virginia Supreme Court stands, and Virginia’s current congressional maps will remain in place for the 2026 elections. (AP News)

A lot of people are understandably confused about what exactly happened, so let’s walk through it clearly.

Earlier this year, Virginia voters approved a referendum that would have changed Virginia’s congressional district maps. Supporters argued the new maps were needed because of redistricting fights happening in other states around the country.

But the Virginia Supreme Court ruled that the referendum process itself violated the Virginia Constitution. The issue was not whether the maps were politically good or bad. The issue was whether the constitutional process required to place the amendment before voters had been properly followed. (Virginia Mercury)

Under Virginia’s Constitution, constitutional amendments must pass the General Assembly twice, with an intervening general election between those approvals. The court found that lawmakers finalized the amendment after early voting for the prior election had already begun, meaning millions of Virginians had already started voting before the process was complete. The justices ruled that this deprived voters of the full constitutional opportunity to evaluate the issue and the candidates involved before the amendment advanced. (Virginia Mercury)

After the Virginia Supreme Court struck down the referendum, Democratic leaders appealed to the United States Supreme Court and asked for emergency intervention. This week, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to block the Virginia ruling. (AP News)

What does that mean in practical terms?

It means the current congressional districts stay in place. The proposed new maps will not be used in 2026. Virginia’s elections will proceed under the same district boundaries already in effect today. (Virginia Elections)

Now, one important point:
Some people have tried comparing Virginia’s situation to states like Texas, Louisiana, or Tennessee. But those situations are very different.

In Virginia, the courts ruled the constitutional amendment process itself was defective under Virginia’s own Constitution. In other states, the disputes largely involved legislative authority and political redistricting decisions — not whether the state constitution’s amendment procedures had been violated. That distinction matters legally. (Virginia Mercury)

At the end of the day, whether you supported the referendum or opposed it, the rule of law matters. Our constitutional process matters. And one of the strengths of our system is that courts exist to ensure the rules are followed by everyone — Republicans and Democrats alike.

Now we move forward, focus on the issues that matter to Virginia families, and prepare to win elections the right way: by earning the support of the voters.

05/15/2026

Abigail Spanberger’s response to the failed redistricting effort should frustrate every Virginian — not because the courts ruled against it, but because of the complete disregard shown for the people who were forced to pay for it.

Millions in taxpayer dollars were spent pursuing a legally flawed process that the Virginia Supreme Court ultimately struck down. Public schools across Virginia were closed for Election Day. Families had to scramble for childcare. Students now have to add extra time to their school days to make up for the lost instructional hours. Localities spent money preparing for an election question that constitutional experts warned from the beginning was on shaky ground.

And after all of that? Virginians get little more than a shrug and “it’s over.”

No accountability. No acknowledgment of the disruption. No recognition of the cost imposed on working families, local governments, teachers, and students.

The people of Virginia deserve leaders who take stewardship seriously — leaders who respect taxpayers, respect the Constitution, and respect the time and trust of the citizens they serve.

This should never have happened the way it did.

Virginia deserves better.

Abigail Spanberger's confirmation clears up much of the uncertainty about how Virginia will proceed as litigation plays out over this year's redraw.