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Rockbridge Network Aims to Sustain MAGA Beyond Trump

11/18/2025

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U.S. Senator JD Vance and Peter Thiel organized a 2019 Rockbridge, Ohio meeting that formed the Rockbridge Network.
The Rockbridge Network seeks a MAGA movement enduring beyond U.S. President Donald Trump, with plans for 2026 and 2028.
Chris Buskirk leads and promotes 'aristopopulism,' a label critics say benefits wealthy elites over the public.
Michael Strain of the American Enterprise Institute says government should prioritize national prosperity over enriching individuals.

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U.S. Senator JD Vance and Peter Thiel organized a 2019 Rockbridge, Ohio meeting that formed the Rockbridge Network.
The Rockbridge Network seeks a MAGA movement enduring beyond U.S. President Donald Trump, with plans for 2026 and 2028.
Chris Buskirk leads and promotes 'aristopopulism,' a label critics say benefits wealthy elites over the public.
Michael Strain of the American Enterprise Institute says government should prioritize national prosperity over enriching individuals.