New Bedford Republican City Committee

09/11/2026

Today, the New Bedford Republican City Committee joins our community and our nation in remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

We honor the victims, the first responders who ran toward danger, and the families whose lives were forever changed.

25 years later, we still remember the courage, sacrifice, and unity that brought Americans together.

🇺🇸 We will never forget. 9/11/2001 🇺🇸

09/09/2026

Attention New Bedford Voters, We have another Candidate who's willing to take the fight to Beacon Hill.

With 185 write-in votes, Brendalee Smith won the Republican nomination in the 10th Bristol state House district. She’ll face Rep. Mark Sylvia, Democrat from Fairhaven.

09/03/2026

Follow Shawn Oliver for Lt. Governor

09/02/2026

Congratulations to Jesse St.Gelais for State Representative on winning yesterday’s Republican primary for State Representative in the 8th Bristol District!

We also thank Christopher Thrasher For State Representative for stepping forward, working hard, and running a spirited campaign. Both candidates deserve our appreciation for their dedication and for giving Republican voters a choice.

Now is the time to come together, support our Republican nominee, and work toward victory in November.

Congratulations, Jesse, and thank you, Christopher!

🚨 BREAKING: Jesse St. Gelais has defeated Christopher Thrasher in the Republican primary for Massachusetts’ 8th Bristol House District. The Associated Press called the race with 99% of votes counted.

09/02/2026

Congratulations to Chester Tam for State Representative on winning yesterday’s Republican primary!

We also want to thank CTE Henry Bousquet State Representative for stepping forward, working hard, and running a spirited campaign. Both candidates deserve our appreciation for their commitment to public service and for giving Republican voters a choice.

Now is the time to come together, support our Republican nominee, and work toward victory in November.

Congratulations, Chester, and thank you, Henry!

Chester Tam has defeated former New Bedford City Councilor Henry Bousquet in the Republican primary for Massachusetts’ 9th Bristol House District. Unofficial results show Tam winning 1,433 votes to Bousquet’s 1,144. Tam advances to the November general election.

09/02/2026

Congratulations to Shawn Oliver for Lt. Governor on winning the Republican primary for Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts!

Shawn’s victory is a historic and proud moment for New Bedford, the South Coast, and Republicans across the Commonwealth. His campaign has remained focused on affordability, accountability, strengthening our cities and towns, and delivering real change for working families.

Now, it’s on to November! Let’s come together and work to elect Shawn Oliver as the next Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts!

BREAKING: New Bedford City Councilor Shawn Oliver has won the Republican nomination for Massachusetts lieutenant governor. He will join gubernatorial nominee Michael Minogue on the GOP ticket in November.

09/02/2026

Congratulations to Mike Minogue for Governor on winning the Republican primary for Governor of Massachusetts.

We thank Brian Shortsleeve for Massachusetts for stepping forward and running a spirited, hard-fought race. Brian brought important ideas to the conversation and worked tirelessly to earn the support of voters across the Commonwealth.

Campaigns require tremendous sacrifice from candidates, their families, staff, and volunteers. Both Mike and Brian deserve our appreciation for their willingness to serve.

Now is the time for Republicans and Unenrolled voter to come together, move forward, and focus on bringing real change to Massachusetts.

BREAKING: Michael Minogue has defeated Brian Shortsleeve in the Massachusetts Republican primary for governor. Minogue will advance to face Democratic Gov. Maura Healey in November.

09/01/2026

Hear a message from Chester Tam for State Representative candidate in the 9th Bristol District asking for your vote in today’s Republican primary.

Massachusetts Republican Party
Massachusetts Young Republicans
Bristol County Republicans

09/01/2026

Attention Republican and Unenrolled New Bedford Voters in the 9th Bristol District, here is a message from CTE Henry Bousquet State Representative who’s asking for your vote TODAY in the Republican Primary.

Massachusetts Republican Party
Massachusetts Young Republicans
Bristol County Republicans