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New York Young Republicans Face Backlash, Budget Crisis
10/18/2025
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Story summary
- Bobby Walker, chair of the New York State Young Republicans, faced backlash for allegedly calling rape "epic" in leaked messages.
- Former chair Peter Giunta is accused of making violent comments about opponents, and he lost his job and resigned.
- The group now faces budget issues.
- The Kansas Young Republicans Organization disbanded after leaders used racial slurs in a chat.
- Representative Elise Stefanik condemned the comments.
