CONGRESSMAN BYRON DONALDS ENDORSES MIKE BOST FOR CONGRESS

MURPHYSBORO, IL– U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that his 2024 re-election campaign has been endorsed by a next-generation leader of the conservative movement, U.S. Representative Byron Donalds (R-Fla.).

“Mike Bost is the kind of conservative we need in Washington right now. He defends our values and delivers results for the hardworking families of his district,” said Donalds. “I am proud to endorse Mike Bost for re-election and look forward to standing side-by-side with him as we continue our fight against the far left liberals in Congress.”

“Byron Donalds is a rising star in the conservative movement and a trusted voice for America-loving patriots across America,” said Bost. “I am proud to have his endorsement and look forward to continuing the shared fight for our conservative values.”

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U.S. HOUSE SPEAKER MIKE JOHNSON ENDORSES BOST FOR CONGRESS

MURPHYSBORO, IL– U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has endorsed his re-election campaign.

“Mike Bost has earned my respect as an effective legislator and leading voice for America’s veterans,” said Speaker Johnson “He’s earned the trust of his colleagues and constituents because he fights for our conservative values each and every day. Mike has never forgotten where he came from or what he believes; that’s why we need him in Congress”

“Speaker Johnson is a man of faith and a true conservative who cares deeply about this country,” said Bost. “I appreciate his confidence in me and look forward to winning this primary so we can continue focusing on delivering conservative solutions and meaningful results for the American people.”

Speaker Johnson’s endorsement adds to the growing list of conservatives supporting Bost’s re-election, which includes over 100 local GOP officials, U.S. Representative Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), U.S. Representative and former Trump White House Physician Ronny Jackson (R-Texas), and National Right to Life. To view all of Bost’s endorsements click here.

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BOST ENDORSED BY TRUMP WHITE HOUSE PHYSICIAN, U.S. REP. RONNY JACKSON

MURPHYSBORO, IL– U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that his 2024 re-election campaign has been endorsed by U.S. Representative Ronny Jackson (R-Texas), the former White House physician to President Trump.

“I’m PROUD to endorse Mike Bost for Congress! Mike is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and a conservative WARRIOR,” said Jackson in a post on X/Twitter. “He has NEVER turned away from a fight. Now more than ever, Congress needs strong conservatives like Mike. He has my TOTAL ENDORSEMENT!”

“Ronny Jackson is a true patriot who has served his country in the Trump White House, in Congress, and in the U.S. Navy,” said Bost. “Ronny and I have become great friends because we’re fighting for the same things: President Trump’s America First agenda and draining the D.C. Swamp. I am honored to have his endorsement and value his friendship.”

Jackson’s endorsement adds to the growing list of conservatives supporting Bost’s re-election, which includes over 100 local GOP officials, U.S. Representative Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), and National Right to Life. To view all of Bost’s endorsements click here.

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JIM JORDAN ENDORSES MIKE BOST FOR CONGRESS

MURPHYSBORO, IL– U.S. Representative Mike Bost today announced that his 2024 re-election campaign has been endorsed by leading House conservative, U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio).

“Mike Bost is a pro-life, pro-Second Amendment conservative who supports our veterans and will fight for a strong border,” said Jordan. “Now more than ever, we need patriots like him in Congress advocating for our values.”

“Jim Jordan is a principled leader in Congress and a pillar of the conservative movement; I am honored to have his endorsement,” said Bost. “I look forward to standing with Jim as we continue the fight for our shared values against the radical Left.”

BOST ANNOUNCES ENDORSEMENTS FROM 22 GOP CENTRAL COMMITTEE LEADERS 

MURPHYSBORO, IL – U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that his re-election campaign has been endorsed by 22 Republican Central Committee leaders from across the 12^th Congressional District. Bost’s coalition of support includes the State Central Committeewoman and Deputy State Central Committeeman for IL-12, as well as 21 Republican county chairs. This newest list of Republican endorsements comes just days after Bost announced support from over 100 local GOP leaders.

“These GOP Central Committee chairs know how much work went into turning Southern Illinois into the Republican stronghold it is today,” said Bost. “And they know we put it all at risk when conservatives start attacking each other rather than taking it to Biden and the liberals who are trying to defeat our values. I appreciate the overwhelming support of our local party leaders and will continue working with them to preserve the strong, unified, conservative movement that has served our region so well.”

Republican Central Committee Leaders Endorsing Bost:

Rhonda Belford

IL-12 GOP State Central Committeewoman & Hardin County GOP Chairwoman

Jonathan McLean

IL-12 GOP Deputy State Central Committeeman

Evelyn Caldwell

Alexander County Republican Central Committee Chairwoman

Marc Hoffmann

Clinton County Republican Central Committee Chairman

Jim Kerley

Franklin County Republican Central Committee Chairman

Rob Prince

Gallatin County Republican Central Committee Chairman

John Chapman

Hamilton County Republican Central Committee Chairman

Randy Winn

Jefferson County Republican Central Committee Chairman

Kenneth Wiggs

Johnson County Republican Central Committee Chairman

Chuck Peck

Massac County Republican Central Committee Chairman

Ed McLean

Monroe County Republican Central Committee Chairman

Bruce Rodely

Perry County Republican Central Committee Chairman

Kelvin Kunath

Pope County Republican Central Committee Chairman 

Robert Moore

Pulaski County Republican Central Committee Chairman 

Wanda Dethrow

Randolph County Republican Central Committee Chairwoman

Cheryl Mathews

St. Clair County Republican Central Committee Chairwoman

Stan Hunter

Union County Republican Central Committee Chairman

Steve Fletcher

Washington County Republican Central Committeeman for Pilot Knob Precinct

Dana Felowitz

Wayne County Republican Central Committee Chairman

David South

White County Republican Central Committee Chairman

Jeff Diederich

Williamson County Republican Central Committee Chairman

BOST SECURES ENDORSEMENTS FROM OVER 100 LOCAL GOP OFFICIALS 

MURPHYSBORO, IL – U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that his re-election campaign has been endorsed by over 100 Republican elected officials from across the 12^th District. This comes two weeks after Bost announced his re-election campaign has been endorsed by 19 GOP county sheriffs. 

“Southern Illinois’ mayors and local officials have a unique feel for the pulse of the people,” said Bost. “They understand better than anyone what their community wants and whether or not they have a representative in Washington who can deliver. That’s why I’m thrilled to have the endorsements of over 100 Republican officials from across the 12th District, including in our new central and southeastern counties. They know I’m fighting for our conservative values and will never sacrifice what’s best for Southern Illinois just to please the Beltway insiders.”

Republican Elected Officials Endorsing Bost:

Alexander County:

Marlene Freeman

Mayor of East Cape Girardeau

Mike Turner

Alexander County EMA Director

Clark County:

John Hasten

Mayor of Marshall

Warren LeFever

Marshall City Councilman

Clinton County:

Steve Schomaker

Village President of Albers

Kevin Timmermann 

Mayor of Breese

Franklin County:

Abby Dinn

Franklin County State’s Attorney

Neil Hargis

Franklin County Board Vice Chairman

Larry Miller

Franklin County Board Chairman

Jim Muir

Franklin County Circuit Clerk

Greg Woolard

Franklin County Clerk

Hardin County:

Glen Andrews

Rosiclare City Councilman

Michael Belford

Hardin County Board Member

Todd Bittle

Hardin County State’s Attorney

Jill Cowsert

Hardin County Clerk

Marty Kaylor

Mayor of Cave-In-Rock

Roy Tolbert

Mayor of Rosiclare

Bob Winchester

Rosiclare City Councilman

Jackson County:

Dan Bost

Jackson County Board Member District 2

Lance Bedar

Mayor of Elkville

Joe Cervantez

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

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

Jefferson County:

Mike Bullard

Mayor of Bluford

John Lewis

Mayor of Mt. Vernon

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

Johnson County:

Mitch McClellan

Johnson County Treasurer and Collector

Steve Penrod

Mayor of Vienna

Massac County:

Don Canada

Mayor of Metropolis

Monroe County:

Kelton Davis

Regional Superintendent, ROE #45

Lisa Fallon

Monroe County Circuit Clerk

George Green

Monroe County Commissioner

Howard Heavner

Village President of Valmeyer

Kevin Koenigstein

Monroe County Treasurer

Dennis Knobloch

Monroe County Commissioner

Vicki Koerber

Monroe County Commissioner

Jonathan McLean

Monroe County Clerk

Ryan Webb

Monroe County State’s Attorney

Perry County:

Bobby Kelly

Perry County Clerk

Jodi Koester

Perry County Treasurer

Bruce Morgenstern

Perry County Board Chairman

Bill Place

Mayor of Tamaroa

Paul Searby

Perry County Coroner

Robert Spencer

Mayor of Pinckneyville

Pulaski County:

Robert Helman

Pulaski County Board Vice-Chairman

Robert Moore

Pulaski County Treasurer

Rex Wilburn

Pulaski County Board Chairman

Randolph County:

Julie Carnahan

Randolph County Circuit Clerk

Andy Gerlach

Mayor of Steeleville

Kyle Hess

Randolph County Road Commissioner, District 1

Dave Holder

Randolph County Commissioner

Melanie Johnson

Randolph County Clerk

Marc Kiehna

Randolph County Board Chairman

Kenny Kempfer

Village President of Evansville

Tom Page

Mayor of Chester

Bob Reiss

Steeleville Mayor Pro Tem 1

Larry Ruebke

Steeleville Village Board Member

Jason Schlimme

Mayor of Sparta

Tracy Vallet

SWIC Trustee, District 1

Ronnie White

Randolph County Commissioner

Mark Wilson

Village President of Prairie Du Rocher

Matt Young

Randolph County Road Commissioner, District 2

Saline County:

John McPeek

Mayor of Harrisburg

St. Clair County:

Joe Behnken

Mayor of New Athens

Ed Cockrell

St. Clair County Board Member District 20

John Coers

St. Clair County Board Member District 15

Matthew Gilreath

O’Fallon Township Clerk

Phill Henning

St. Clair County Board Member District 19

Herb Roach

Mayor of O’Fallon

Matt Smallheer

St. Clair County Board Member District 27

Jim Vernier

Shiloh Trustee

Bob Weilmuenster

Mayor of Shiloh

Cheri Wright

Mayor of Lebanon

Union County:

Leigh Burns

Union County Treasurer

Keri Clark

Union County Circuit Clerk

David Gould

Union County Commissioner

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

Washington County:

David Meyer

Washington County Board Chairman

Dan Janowski

Washington County State’s Attorney

David Jasper

Mayor of Okawville

Wayne County:

Liz Ann Woodrow

Wayne County Clerk

White County:

David South

White County Board Member

Williamson County:

Tim Atkission

Williamson County Commissioner

Amanda Barnes

Williamson County Clerk

Ashley Gott

Williamson County Treasurer

Lorie LeQuatte

Regional Superintendent, ROE #21

Jim Marlo

Williamson County Commissioner

Justin Maze

Williamson County Circuit Clerk

Jim Rasor

Williamson County Commissioner

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18 REPUBLICAN COUNTY SHERIFFS ENDORSE BOST

MURPHYSBORO, IL –U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that 18 current and retired Republican county sheriffs from across Southern Illinois have endorsed his reelection.   

“It is truly an honor to have the support of Republican county sheriffs from across Southern Illinois,” said Bost. “At a time when big city liberals are attacking and defunding the police, our leaders of law enforcement know I will always be an ally who stands with them and supports their mission. We should be forever grateful for all their departments do to selflessly protect us.”

Republican County Sheriffs Endorsing Bost:

Dan Travous
Clinton County Sheriff

Bill Rutan
Crawford County Sheriff

Kyle Bacon

Franklin County Sheriff

David Bartoni
Retired Franklin County Sheriff 

Tracy Lakin
Hamilton County Sheriff 

Jerry Fricker
Hardin County Sheriff 

Jeff Bullard
Jefferson County Sheriff

Pete Sopczak
Johnson County Sheriff

Neal Rohlfing
Monroe County Sheriff

Chad Howard

Perry County Sheriff

Steve Baries
Retired Perry County Sheriff

Jerry Suits
Pope County Sheriff

Jarrod Peters
Randolph County Sheriff

Whipper Johnson
Saline County Sheriff

David Wilkins
Union County Sheriff

Derek Morgan 
Wabash County Sheriff

Ross Schultze 
Washington County Sheriff

Len Campbell
Retired Washington County Sheriff

Jeff Diederich
Williamson County Sheriff

*updated on July 13th to include Crawford County Sheriff Bill Rutan’s endorsement*

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