Michael Whatley

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The Republican National Committee elected Florida state senator Joe Gruters as its new chair, replacing Michael Whatley at Trump's direction. Gruters, a longtime Trump loyalist and former Florida GOP chair, had coordinated closely with Trump's political operation. The election consolidated Trump's direct control over RNC operations, fundraising, and the 2026 midterm strategy.

Hours after Joe Gruters was elected RNC chair, the committee voted to restructure its standing committees and consolidate budget authority in the chair's office — changes drafted by Trump's political team. The restructuring reduced the autonomy of state party representatives on the RNC and gave the chair unilateral control over major expenditures. Critics within the party warned it transformed the RNC into a direct extension of presidential operations.