Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman Keith Downey Issues Statement on Caucuses

Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman Keith Downey Issues Statement on Caucuses

(Minneapolis, Minn.) – Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman Keith Downey issued the following statement at the close of the Republican Precinct Caucuses and their record turnout.

"First, congratulations to Senator Marco Rubio on his big win in Minnesota. Tonight was a fantastic night for Minnesota Republicans who are energized and turned out in record numbers." said Chairman Keith Downey. "From greater Minnesota, to the urban core, to the University of Minnesota, to the suburbs we had caucus rooms filled to overflowing with people who are concerned about the future of our country. Our enthusiasm, coupled with Hillary Clinton's loss in Minnesota, sends a strong signal that Minnesota is looking more and more like a battleground state in November."

"Again, a huge thank you to our volunteers and state party team on an expertly run caucus night. I could not be more proud of the care and professionalism exhibited across the state. We could not have done this if not for the dedication of the thousands of volunteers who printed ballots, held caucus training and staffed the over 4,000 precinct caucuses. With nearly twice the previous record for turnout, all the hard work and preparation paid off."