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Republican Party of Iowa 2023 Lincoln Dinner Photos, Des Moines, Friday, July 28, 2023

Governor Kim Reynolds Announces “Fair-Side Chats” Schedule

Governor Kim Reynolds Announces “Fair-Side Chats” Schedule

DES MOINES -- Today, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announced the current schedule for her Fair-Side Chats with Republican candidates for President at the Iowa State Fair. The one-on-one style interviews will provide fairgoers a unique opportunity to learn more about the candidates themselves as well as their policy priorities.

“I am so proud that I get to have the opportunity to introduce these candidates to Iowans at an event so near and dear to my heart,” said Gov. Kim Reynolds. “The Iowa State Fair showcases the best of Iowa – from our people to our culture and wonderful agriculture industry – and it’s the perfect venue for a conversation with the candidates.”

The current full schedule is as follows:

Thursday, August 10:

10:30 AM: Larry Elder

Friday, August 11:

8:30 AM: Gov. Doug Burgum

9:30 AM: Vice President Mike Pence

10:30 AM: Mayor Francis Suarez

Saturday, August 12:

8:30 AM: Vivek Ramaswamy

9:30 AM: Amb. Nikki Haley

10:30 AM: Gov. Ron DeSantis

Tuesday, August 15:

8:30 AM: Gov. Asa Hutchinson

9:30 AM: Ryan Binkley

10:30 AM: Sen. Tim Scott

Friday, August 18:

9:30 AM: Perry Johnson

10:30 AM: Will Hurd

Iowans can submit questions for candidates here: https://secure.winred.com/reynoldsgregg/fairsidechats

All Republican candidates for president were invited. This schedule is subject to change and updates will be provided if necessary.

The interviews will take place at JR’s SouthPork Ranch. The Fair-Side Chats will be open to fairgoers and media.

Iowa GOP Announces 2023 Lincoln Dinner Lineup at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines on Friday, July 28, 2023

Iowa GOP Announces 2023 Lincoln Dinner Lineup

DES MOINES -- The Iowa GOP will host its annual Lincoln Dinner fundraiser at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines beginning at 5PM CT on Friday, July 28th. Chairman Jeff Kaufmann will host the event which will feature GOP 2024 presidential candidates having the opportunity to mingle with and address attendees.

Presidential candidates who have confirmed their attendance so far include:

• President Donald J. Trump
• Governor Ron DeSantis
• Vice President Mike Pence
• Ambassador Nikki Haley
• Senator Tim Scott
• Vivek Ramaswamy
• Governor Asa Hutchinson
• Larry Elder
• Perry Johnson

Larry Elder Photos, Joni Ernst 2023 Roast and Ride, Des Moines, Iowa, Saturday, June 3, 2023 #RoastandRide

Joni Ernst 2023 Roast and Ride Photos, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, Saturday, June 3, 2023 #RoastandRide

Joni Ernst: “The Road to 2024 Runs Through Roast and Ride”
Ernst Hosts Record-Breaking Roast and Ride Benefiting Veterans

DES MOINES — Today, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst hosted more than 1,000 Iowans, including nearly 250 motorcyclists, at her annual Roast and Ride. The motorcycle ride benefitted the Freedom Foundation, a veterans helping veterans organization based in Cedar Rapids.

Ernst, who served in the Iraq War during her more than two decades in the Iowa Army National Guard, invited confirmed and potential GOP White House contenders to take part in her annual ride and ensuing rally at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.

Attendees included: Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Asa Hutchinson, Larry Elder, Perry Johnson, Vivek Ramaswamy, Vice President Mike Pence, Ambassador Nikki Haley, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), and Iowa’s entire Republican Congressional delegation joined the event.

“The road to the White House runs right through my Roast and Ride!” said Joni Ernst (R-Iowa). “While Democrats have given middle America the middle finger, Republicans know that Iowa is FIRST in the nation for a reason. What an incredible opportunity to bring eight of our presidential hopefuls to the Hawkeye state and give thousands of Iowans the chance to hear their plans to get our country back on track. Roast and Ride is THE event of 2023.”

“Rockstar Senator Joni Ernst! She is a dear friend… and I so appreciate our partnership over the years,” said Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds. “Joni is doing God's work on behalf of Iowans in D.C. If you’re working on an issue that Joni is passionate about, you want her on your side!”

“Joni is an outstanding Senator. We’re going to take back the White House and the Senate in 2024,” said Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa).

“I want to thank Senator Ernst for hosting us. Iowa and Florida show America how it’s done!” said Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. “We can restore American greatness... there is no substitute for victory."

“I absolutely adore Joni Ernst. She’s a great friend and a great senator, and kudos to you for putting her back in D.C.,” said Nikki Haley. “We need courage to face this moment.”

“It is great to be back at the Roast and Ride! Join me in thanking the incomparable Joni Ernst for caring about our veterans so much,” said Vice President Mike Pence. “Joe Biden has weakened America at home and abroad, and the answer, Iowa, is strong conservative leadership back in the White House… I’m announcing in Iowa!”

“I love Iowans because they aren't afraid to ask the hard questions,“ said Vivek Ramaswamy. “We must revive American exceptionalism to save the United States.”

“I love Iowa, what a state!“ said Perry Johnson. “Joni Ernst said she would cut the pork, and I’m going to do the same thing.”

“Thank you for this event Joni, and thank you for inviting me,” said Larry Elder. “I have a patriotic and moral obligation to do what I can for a country that has done so much for me. God bless you and God Bless America!”

“Thank you Joni, what an incredible job she’s done,” said Asa Hutchinson. “Iowa can spot normal from a long way away… and Iowa plays an important role as first in the nation.”

“It is so good to be with Senator Joni Ernst at the Roast and Ride again!” said Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.). “If you have faith in God, faith in yourself, and faith in America, all things are possible."

Larry Elder for President 2024 Website, April 20, 2023

America is in decline, but this decline is not inevitable. It is a choice made by detached and cynical politicians. As a California resident, I’ve seen firsthand how decades of Democrat rule have turned the Golden State, for many, into an unaffordable dystopia. I won’t let them do the same to America. We can enter a new American Golden Age, but we must choose a leader who can bring us there. That’s why I’m running for President.