Endorsements – Bost for Congress

Sep 2 2025

BOST CAMPAIGN ANNOUNCES 200+ LOCAL GOP ENDORSEMENTS

MURPHYSBORO, IL – U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced he has been endorsed by over 200 current and retired local Republican elected officials for re-election next year. President Trump endorsed Bost’s campaign in early May.

“I am honored to receive the endorsements of so many committed conservatives and grassroots leaders from across the 12th District,” said Bost. “Our support runs deep because our proven record of fighting for Southern Illinois’ conservative values runs long. I’m excited for the campaign ahead and look forward to continuing my work with President Trump to deliver real results for working families, farmers, job creators, and veterans.”

Republican Elected Officials Endorsing Bost:

State Legislators:

Senator Steve McClure, 54^th District

Senator Jason Plummer, 55^th District

Senator Terri Bryant, 58^th District

Senator Dale Fowler, 59^th District

Representative Charlie Meier, 109^th District

Representative Kevin Schmidt, 114^th District

Representative David Freiss, 115^th District

Representative Dave Severin, 116^th District

Representative Patrick Windhorst, 117^th District

Representative Paul Jacobs, 118^th District

Alexander County:

Evelyn Caldwell

Alexander County Republican Central Committee Chair

Marlene Freeman

Mayor of East Cape Girardeau

Mike Turner

Alexander County EMA Director

Clark County:

Bill Brown

Clark County Sheriff

John Hasten

Mayor of Marshall

Warren LeFever

Marshal City Councilman

Art Miller

Clark County Republican Central Committee Chair

Clay County:

Jeremy Kohn

Clay County Republican Central Committee Chair

Andy Myers

Clay County Sheriff

Clinton County:

Marc Hoffmann

Former Clinton County Republican Central Committee Chair

Jason Meetenmeyer

Clinton County Republican Precinct Committeeman

Pat Riley

Clinton County Republican Central Committee Chair

Steve Schomaker

Village President of Albers

Kevin Timmermann

Mayor of Breese

Dan Travous

Clinton County Sheriff

Crawford County:

Bill Rutan

Crawford County Sheriff

Cumberland County:

Bill Albin

Cumberland County Republican Central Committee Chair

Steve Maroon

Cumberland County Sheriff

Effingham County:

Josh Douthit

Effingham County Board Chairman

Paul Kuhns

Effingham County Sheriff

Franklin County:

Kyle Bacon

Franklin County Sheriff

David Bartoni

Former Franklin County Sheriff

Abby Dinn

Neil Hargis

Franklin County Board Vice Chairman

Jim Kerley

Franklin County Republican Central Committee Chair

Larry Miller

Franklin County Board Chairman

Jim Muir

Franklin County Circuit Clerk

Greg Woolard

Franklin County Clerk

Gallatin County:

Deanna Bryant

Gallatin County Clerk and Recorder

Rob Prince

Gallatin County Republican Central Committee Chair

Hamilton County:

John Chapman

Hamilton County Republican Central Committee Chair

Tracy Lakin

Hamilton County Sheriff

Landon Vaughn

Hamilton County Board Member

Hardin County:

Glen Andrews

Rosiclare City Councilman

Darrick Armstrong

Hardin County Board Chairman

Michael Belford

Hardin County Board Member

Rhonda Belford

Hardin County Republican Central Committee Chair

Todd Bittle

Hardin County State’s Attorney

Jill Cowsert

Hardin County Clerk

Evertt Davis

Hardin County Republican Precinct Committeeman

Leann Davis

Hardin County Treasurer

Jerry Fricker

Hardin County Sheriff

Marty Kaylor

Mayor of Cave-In-Rock

David Lane

Hardin County Republican Precinct Committeeman

Roy Tolbert

Mayor of Rosiclare

Bob Winchester

Rosiclare City Councilman

Dean Winters

Mayor of Elizabethtown

Jackson County:

Dan Bost

Jackson County Board Member District 2

Lance Bedar

Mayor of Elkville

Joe Cervantez

Former Jackson County State’s Attorney

Andrew Erbes

Jackson County Board Member District 2

Don Gladden

Murphysboro City Alderman, Ward 5

Tonya Knust

Jackson County Board Member District 1

Kyle Morgan

Jackson County Republican Central Committee Chair

Jan Phillips

Jackson County Board Member District 1

W.J. Pittman

Murphysboro City Alderman, Ward 3

Will Stephens

Mayor of Murphysboro

Don Wisely

Mayor of Vergennes

Jasper County:

Judy Burnell

Jasper County Republican Central Committee Chair

Jefferson County:

Jeff Bullard

Jefferson County Sheriff

Mike Bullard

Mayor of Bluford

Steve Draege

Jefferson County Board Vice Chairman

John Howard

Jefferson County Board Member District 2

Blake Jones

Jefferson County Republican Central Committee Chairman

John Lewis

Mayor of Mt. Vernon

Cliff Lindemann

Jefferson County Board Chairman

Joey McDermott

Jefferson County Board Member District 3

Fisher Overstreet

Jefferson County Board Member District 10

Randy Pollard

Jefferson County Circuit Clerk

Bob Watt

Jefferson County Treasurer

Tyler Williams

Jefferson County Board Member District 6

Johnson County:

Mitch McClellan

Johnson County Treasurer and Collector

Steve Penrod

Mayor of Vienna

Pete Sopczak

Johnson County Sheriff

Ken Wiggs

Johnson County Republican Central Committee Chair

Lawrence County:

David Courtney

Mayor of Lawrenceville

Beth Robinson

Lawrence County Republican Central Committee Chair

Massac County:

Don Canada

Former Mayor of Metropolis

Rance Phillips

Brookport Mayor

Jeremy Holly

Massac County Republican Central Committee Chair

Monroe County:

Lisa Fallon

Monroe County Circuit Clerk

Douglas Garmer

Monroe County Commissioner

George Green

Monroe County Commissioner

Howard Heavner

Village President of Valmeyer

Bob Hill

Monroe County Coroner

Kevin Koenigstein

Monroe County Treasurer

Dennis Knobloch

Former Monroe County Commissioner

Vicki Koerber

Monroe County Commissioner

Ed McLean

Monroe County Republican Central Committee Chair

Jonathan McLean

Monroe County Clerk

Neal Rolfing

Monroe County Sheriff

Ryan Webb

Monroe County State’s Attorney

Perry County:

Steve Baries

Former Perry County Sheriff

Tricia Chandler

Perry County Circuit Clerk

Joseph Folden

Perry County Circuit Clerk

Chad Howard

Perry County Sheriff

Bobby Kelly

Perry County Clerk

Jodi Koester

Perry County Treasurer

Bruce Morgenstern

Perry County Board Chairman

Bill Place

Mayor of Tamaroa

Bruce Rodely

Perry County Republican Central Committee Chair

Paul Searby

Perry County Coroner

Robert Spencer

Mayor of Pinckneyville

Pope County:

Kelvin Kunath

Pope County Republican Central Committee Chair

Jerry Suits

Pope County Sheriff

Pulaski County:

David Austin

Pulaski County Republican Precinct Committeeman

Cheryl Dunaway

Pulaski County Republican Precinct Committeewoman

Rich Elliott

Pulaski County Republican Precinct Committeeman

James A. Flummer

Pulaski County Republican Precinct Committeeman

Robert Helman

Pulaski County Board Vice-Chairman

Vanessa Hite

Pulaski County Republican Precinct Committeewoman

Robert Moore

Pulaski County Treasurer and Republican Central Committee Chair

Lauren Nevill

Pulaski County Republican Precinct Committeewoman

Elmer Rose

Pulaski County Republican Precinct Committeeman

Rex Wilburn

Pulaski County Board Chairman

Randolph County:

Julie Carnahan

Randolph County Circuit Clerk

Wanda Dethrow

Former Randolph County Republican Central Committee Chair

Andy Gerlach

Randolph County Commissioner

Brooks Gordon

Randolph County Republican Precinct Committeeman

Jo Nita Gordon

Randolph County Republican Precinct Committeewoman

Larry Gross

Randolph County Republican Precinct Committeeman

Jane Hanna

Randolph County Republican Central Committee Chair

Kyle Hess

Randolph County Road Commissioner, District 1

Dave Holder

Randolph County Commissioner

Melanie Johnson

Randolph County Clerk

Marc Kiehna

Former Randolph County Board Chairman

Chris Koeneman

Randolph County State’s Attorney

Pat Mueller

Red Bud City Councilman

Tom Page

Former Mayor of Chester

Jarrod Peters

Randolph County Sheriff

Bob Reiss

Steeleville Mayor Pro Tem 1

Larry Ruebke

Steeleville Village Board Member

Tracy Vallet

Randolph County Coroner

Jim Wesbecher

Randolph County Republican Precinct Committeeman

Ronnie White

Randolph County Commissioner

Mark Wilson

Former Village President of Prairie Du Rocher

Matt Young

Randolph County Road Commissioner, District 2

Saline County:

Jimi Williams Cox

Saline County Clerk

Wipper Johnson

Saline County Sheriff

John McPeek

Mayor of Harrisburg

Jerry Doug Watson

Saline County Republican Central Committee Chair

Jay Williams

Saline County Board Chairman

St. Clair County:

Charles Absher

St. Clair County Republican Precinct Committeeman

Joe Behnken

Former Mayor of New Athens

Michael Butler

St. Clair County Republican Central Committee Chair

Ed Cockrell

St. Clair County Board Member District 20

John Coers

St. Clair County Board Member District 15

Dean Darnall

St. Clair County Republican Precinct Committeeman

Matthew Gilreath

O’Fallon Township Clerk

Phill Henning

St. Clair County Board Member District 19

Louis Jones

Metro East Young Republicans President

Cheryl Mathews

Former St. Clair County Republican Central Committee Chair

Herb Roach

Former Mayor of O’Fallon

Matt Smallheer

St. Clair County Board Member District 27

Jim Vernier

Shiloh Trustee

Barb Viviano

Former St. Clair Republican Central Committee Chair and State Central Committeewoman (IL-12)

Bob Weilmuenster

Mayor of Shiloh

Matt Wilke

Shiloh Trustee

Jim Wolfe

Mascoutah Community Unit School District 19 Board Member

Cheri Wright

Former Mayor of Lebanon

Union County:

Leigh Burns

Union County Treasurer

Keri Clark

Union County Circuit Clerk

David Gould

Union County Commissioner

Stan Hunter

Union County Republican Central Committee Chair

Max Miller

Union County Board Chairman

Kent Pitts

Union County Commissioner

Scott Tripp

Village President of Alto Pass

Tyler Tripp

Union County State’s Attorney

David Wilkins

Union County Sheriff

Wabash County:

Joe Judge

Mayor of Mt. Carmel

Bill Hudson

Wabash County Republican Central Committee Chair

Derek Morgan

Wabash County Sheriff

Washington County:

Len Campbell

Former Washington County Sheriff

Glenn Backs

Washington County Republican Central Committee Treasurer/Secretary

Steve Fletcher

Washington County Republican Central Committee Chair

David Jasper

Mayor of Okawville

David Meyer

Washington County Board Chairman

Ross Schultze
Washington County Sheriff

Wayne County:

Chris Otey

Wayne County Sheriff

Liz Ann Woodrow

Wayne County Clerk

Ron Woodrow

Wayne County Republican Central Committee Chair

White County:

David South

White County Board Member

Williamson County:

Tim Atkission

Williamson County Commissioner

Amanda Barnes

Williamson County Clerk

Marshall Brown

Cambria Village Trustee

Jeff Diederich

Williamson County Sheriff

Ashley Gott

Williamson County Treasurer

Lorie LeQuatte

Regional Superintendent, ROE #21

Jim Marlo

Williamson County Commissioner

Jim Patrick

Williamson County Republican Central Committee Chair

Jim Rasor

Williamson County Commissioner

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May 9 2025

MIKE BOST ANNOUNCES RE-ELECTION CAMPAIGN, TRUMP ENDORSEMENT

MURPHYSBORO, IL – U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) launched his campaign for re-election at Thursday evening’s Monroe County GOP Century Club Dinner with the full endorsement of President Donald Trump. Bost, a two-time Illinois co-chair of Trump’s campaign, has earned Trump’s endorsement in five consecutive election cycles.

“President Trump is saving our nation for the second time, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to have his endorsement as we work together to advance the America First agenda,” said Bost. “In a short time, we’ve made historic strides in protecting American workers, ending the border crisis, and advancing our conservative values, but our work is far from over. This Marine isn’t finished fighting for the incredible people of Southern Illinois.”

In a Truth Social post announcing his endorsement of Bost Thursday evening, Trump said, “Congressman Mike Bost is a Tremendous Champion for Illinois’ 12th Congressional District! A U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, and Chairman of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Mike is fighting tirelessly to Strengthen our Military, Care for our Veterans, Stop Crime, Stand with our Brave Law Enforcement, Secure our Border, Cut Taxes, Promote Energy DOMINANCE, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment. He has been with us from the very beginning, helping us, MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN. Mike Bost has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election – HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!”

Bost was first elected to Congress in 2014 and has long been a key Trump ally on issues ranging from border security and public safety to protecting American manufacturing, the Second Amendment and pro-life values. Prior to his election to Congress, Bost served as a state legislator, small business owner, professional firefighter, and a United States Marine.

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Oct 16 2024

BOST ENDORSED BY ILLINOIS FAMILY ACTION

“Thank you to Illinois Family Action for the endorsement! I look forward to working together to advance our shared conservative values in Congress.” – Rep. Mike Bost

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Endorsements

Oct 1 2024

BOST ENDORSED BY NRA WITH A+ RATING

“Excited to once again receive the endorsement of the NRA – National Rifle Association of America with an A+ rating. Our right to keep and bear arms is nonnegotiable and I’ll always defend the 2nd Amendment in Congress. #2A #shallnotbeinfringed” – Congressman Mike Bost

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Feb 22 2024

PRESIDENT TRUMP ENDORSES MIKE BOST FOR CONGRESS

MURPHYSBORO, IL– The 45th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, announced today that he has endorsed U.S. Rep. Mike Bost in his campaign for re-election against challenger Darren Bailey.

“Congressman Mike Bost is doing a fantastic job representing the Great People of Illinois’ 12th Congressional District. While I like and respect Darren Bailey, and was proud to campaign for him in 2022, Mike Bost was one of the first House Committee Chairmen to endorse my Campaign, and Mike was a stalwart supporter of our America First agenda during my record-setting Administration,” said President Trump. “As Chairman of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Mike is doing an incredible job providing our Brave and Patriotic Veterans with the care they deserve. He is working hard to Secure the Border, Champion American Agriculture, Strengthen the Military, Grow the Economy, and Protect and Defend our under siege Second Amendment. Mike Bost has my Complete and Total Endorsement!”

“It is a tremendous honor to have President Trump’s full support and total endorsement of my campaign,” said Bost. “His leadership made us stronger at home and more respected across the world. I will do all I can to help put President Trump back to the White House because we are fighting for the same things: a secure our border, a strong Second Amendment, an end to the wokeness plaguing our country, and putting America First. I look forward to standing side-by-side with him in the fight to Make America Great Again once we’re both re-elected this November.”

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Feb 15 2024

BOST ENDORSED BY LEADING HOUSE CONSERVATIVE ELISE STEFANIK

U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12) announced that U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), the House Republican Conference chair and leading ally of President Trump, has endorsed his re-election campaign. Stefanik gained national prominence recently for her committee questioning of liberal university presidents who were protecting violent antisemitic hate speech on campus.

“Mike Bost is an America First conservative who holds the D.C. liberals accountable and delivers real results for his district,” said Stefanik. “That’s the type of leadership we desperately need in Washington right now. I’m proud to endorse Mike Bost for re-election and look forward to continuing our work together to strengthen America’s future.”

“Elise is a conservative rockstar in Congress who fights hard to hold the liberals accountable for their hypocrisy and hate speech,” said Bost. “I am thankful for her endorsement and leadership as we work to re-elect President Trump and advance the America First agenda in the House.”

Stefanik’s endorsement adds to the growing list of conservatives endorsing Bost’s re-election. Bost’s campaign has been endorsed by over 150 GOP local officials, National Right to Life, NRA, Illinois Farm Bureau, Illinois FOP State Lodge, Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois, Speaker Mike Johnson, and leading House conservatives Jim Jordan, Byron Donalds, Ronny Jackson, and Max Miller. To view all of Bost’s endorsements click here.

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Feb 13 2024

NFIB ENDORSES BOST FOR RE-ELECTION

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that his 2024 re-election campaign has been endorsed by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization.

“Our members continue to face challenges and setbacks – from rampant inflation and labor shortages to high taxes and over-regulation. It is vital for us to back candidates like you who focus on solutions that will bring certainty and stability to small business,” said Sharon Sussin, NFIB Senior National Political Director. “On behalf of NFIB members in the 12^th District and throughout America, congratulations on your endorsement. We are thrilled to support your campaign and look forward to working with you to help small businesses thrive.”

“I have a long history with the NFIB, dating back to when my father served on the NFIB state board while running our family’s trucking company,” said Bost. “I’ve owned a small business, and I understand what it is like to sign both sides of a paycheck. I know our job creators in Southern Illinois are struggling in Joe Biden’s economy. I am thankful to receive the endorsement of NFIB because they recognize I am fighting to cut through big government bureaucracy so our small businesses can flourish.”

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Feb 8 2024

NRA ENDORSES MIKE BOST FOR CONGRESS

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that his 2024 re-election campaign has been endorsed by the National Rifle Association’s Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF). Bost has now been endorsed by the largest gun rights and pro-life advocacy groups in America, along with the top organizations representing Illinois’ farmers, law enforcement, and firefighters.

“As Chairman of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, you are leading the effort to protect veterans from being deprived of their Second Amendment rights without due process of law. We thank you for your continued opposition to the Hakeem Jeffries and Joe Biden gun control agenda of banning lawfully-owned firearms, ammunition, and magazines,” said Randy Kozuch, Chairman of the NRA-PFV. “Thank you for defending NRA members and law-abiding gun owners in Illinois and throughout the country. Congratulations on your endorsement and thank you for your support of the Second Amendment.”

“Failed politicians will make a big show out of supporting the Second Amendment, but when push comes to shove, they never deliver. Well, that’s not Mike Bost, said Bost. “The Second Amendment is not a publicity stunt to me. From my work in Springfield, where I was the lead sponsor of Illinois’ conceal carry law, to my time in Congress, where I am standing on the frontlines against woke liberals trying to take away our guns, I will never back down. I thank the NRA and gun owners across Southern Illinois for their strong support.”

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Feb 3 2024

ILLINOIS FIREFIGHTERS BACK BOST FOR RE-ELECTION

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) announced that his 2024 re-election campaign has been endorsed by the Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois (AFFI). AFFI represents over 16,000 professional firefighters in 228 communities across the state.

“As a former professional firefighter, I understand the dedication and sacrifices made by first responders across Southern Illinois,” said Bost. “I am proud to have earned the support of my brothers and sisters in AFFI and look forward to working with them on matters of public safety.”

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Feb 3 2024

ILLINOIS FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE STATE LODGE ENDORSES BOST

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) announced that his 2024 re-election campaign has been endorsed by the Illinois Fraternal of Police State Lodge.

“The men and women of law enforcement have always known they can count on Mike Bost for his unwavering support. Mike has always had our backs, even when many other elected officials abandoned us,” said Chris Southwood, Illinois FOP State Lodge President. “He has supported bills to give law enforcement officers better pay and benefits in our dangerous but vital profession. The Illinois FOP State Lodge gives Mike Bost our sincere and hearty endorsement.”

“I have never wavered in my support for our law enforcement officers, especially now when woke liberals in Illinois and Washington, D.C. continue to demonize them with an anti-police agenda,” said Bost. “I would like to thank the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police State Lodge for putting their confidence in my re-election. I’ll always Back the Blue in Congress and will never stop defending the brave men and women who protect and serve our communities.”

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