The Georgia GOP’s State Executive Committee has made a decisive move to sever all ties with former Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan, expelling him from the party due to his repeated efforts to undermine GOP candidates and values. On January 6, the committee voted unanimously to expel Duncan, officially ending his association with the party after years of mounting allegations of disloyalty.
The resolution details a series of actions that the committee believes demonstrate Duncan’s disloyalty to the GOP. Among the charges are accusations that Duncan actively worked against Republican candidates, supported Democratic opponents, and used his position within the party for personal gain. His behavior has been seen as divisive, especially after publicly backing Democrats, including endorsements for President Biden and, later, Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election cycle.
Duncan, however, has downplayed the resolution. On social media, he criticized the party’s focus on his expulsion, suggesting it was an unproductive distraction at a time when Republicans should be addressing key issues like border security, foreign policy, and economic challenges. He also took aim at Georgia GOP chair Josh McKoon, accusing him of lighting “another dumpster fire” rather than celebrating GOP victories.
The resolution not only bars Duncan from all GA Republican Party locations and events, but it also strips him of his previous Republican nominations, including his successful campaigns for lieutenant governor and the state House of Representatives. His actions were deemed a direct violation of the GOP’s values, and the state party has called for media outlets to refer to him as an “expelled Republican” in the future.
Furthermore, Duncan’s role as a CNN commentator, where he used his former Republican title to publicly criticize the party, was cited as further evidence of his betrayal. The Georgia GOP has made it clear that Duncan is prohibited from using his former Republican identity for personal profit or to sabotage future GOP candidates. The resolution also raised concerns about Duncan’s credibility, accusing him of making false claims about his career and education.
The Georgia Republican Party’s decision is a stark reminder that loyalty to the party and its principles must come first. As the GOP faces critical challenges in the upcoming elections, party leaders are making it clear that any attempt to undermine their efforts will not be tolerated.