I love Utah politics

[Jeff Lebowski]

Maloy was only endorsed by Trump because the Speaker of the House went to bat for her and pleaded with Trump to endorse her in an effort to offset Lee's endorsement of Jenkins and thus protect a reliable voting member of the current Republican establishment. I think she is a solid Representative and has demonstrated sound wisdom in her short tenure. She won mostly because of the power of incumbency-such as support from folks within the establishment. Lee supported Jenkins and he tried to run to the right of Maloy and criticize her votes, specifically on budgets, where she voted for solutions that kept the government functioning. I knew Colby Jenkins well 30 years ago as our time at West Point overlapped one year. I was surprised he took the angle he did and tried to outMaga Maloy-I think it was just a political ploy to win the Republican Primary and not really him. But given that Maloy is a solid and wise Representative who understands the nature of split government and prioritizes some level of a functioning government over chaos that was his only available angle that might result in him winning. I am convinced he would have been a fine Representative as well, but I can't say I am disappointed he lost even though I know him and we share a great deal in common.

Trump endorses one and Mike Lee endorses the other. Darn shame they both couldn't lose.

[Shaka]

I had never seen this before. Behold the magnificence:

It's just pure gold. Seriously, watch the whole thing.

If only they had worked in Cox's reaction to the BYU volleyball controversy.

[Goatnapper'96]

Trump endorses one and Mike Lee endorses the other. Darn shame they both couldn't lose.

Maloy has enough of a record that you can evaluate her based upon what she does in office rather than the Speaker of the House using Trump to neutralize Lee's endorsement. While she doesn't insult Trump publicly there is little in her record I see as Trumpian.

But if you want both to lose there is still the real election and you can rally your kin in Payson to vote for the Democrat-GOOD LUCK WITH THAT!

[Jeff Lebowski]

Maloy has enough of a record that you can evaluate her based upon what she does in office rather than the Speaker of the House using Trump to neutralize Lee's endorsement. While she doesn't insult Trump publicly there is little in her record I see as Trumpian.

But if you want both to lose there is still the real election and you can rally your kin in Payson to vote for the Democrat-GOOD LUCK WITH THAT!

I think I hate Mike Lee more than I hate Trump. But Trump is more dangerous. Hooray for Maloy.

[USUC]

Both Lyman and Staggs not conceding either race. Staggs won't comment why but Lyman is still holding out hope that there are disqualifying irregularities in Cox's signature process to get on the ballot.

https://www.ksl.com/article/51054059...ov-spencer-cox

[Pelado]

Both Lyman and Staggs not conceding either race. Staggs won't comment why but Lyman is still holding out hope that there are disqualifying irregularities in Cox's signature process to get on the ballot.

https://www.ksl.com/article/51054059...ov-spencer-cox

What are their respective margins of defeat?

[Jeff Lebowski]

What are their respective margins of defeat?

17% and 20%

They are both just following the MAGA playbook. When you lose, make stuff up and whine like a child.

[Pelado]

17% and 20%

They are both just following the MAGA playbook. When you lose, make stuff up and whine like a child.

How embarrassing.

[falafel]

Both Lyman and Staggs not conceding either race. Staggs won't comment why but Lyman is still holding out hope that there are disqualifying irregularities in Cox's signature process to get on the ballot.

https://www.ksl.com/article/51054059...ov-spencer-cox

Staggs had quite the list of endorsements. Can't believe these guys' approval didn't push him over the top.

Staggs’s campaign has been endorsed by Donald Trump, Sen. Tommy Tuberville, Sen. Rand Paul, Vivek Ramaswamy, Rep. Andy Biggs, Rep. Matt Gaetz, Kari Lake, Charlie Kirk, former Trump Administration officials Kash Patel and Ric Grenell, the Utah Republican Veterans’ caucus, the Utah State Fraternal Order of Police, more than 30 elected officials from across Utah, and NBA all time steals and assists leader John Stockton.

Also, c'mon Stock. Go influence Spokane politics if you want, but unless you live in Utah now - shut up.

[USUC]

Staggs had quite the list of endorsements. Can't believe these guys' approval didn't push him over the top.



Also, c'mon Stock. Go influence Spokane politics if you want, but unless you live in Utah now - shut up.

https://www.ksl.com/article/51052653...ah-ap-projects

Staggs did not issue a statement on election night, and his campaign could not be reached for comment Tuesday evening or Wednesday. At his own watch party, he was reportedly not present when the first results were announced, then stood in a hallway without speaking to attendees or press before leaving for the evening.
Staggs issued a statement Thursday morning thanking his family and supporters, while expressing concern about the amount of money spent in support of Curtis in the campaign, though he didn't mention Curtis by name or congratulate the victor.

"It is concerning to me the outsized influence money plays in politics generally, and what we witnessed here in Utah with this election. We were outspent by well over $10 million, with an additional $2 million spent attacking me directly with all manner of falsehoods and dishonesty. We need to reform this system," Staggs said. "My family and I are uncertain what God has in store for us next, but trust in Him. I pray that our nation will return to its founding principles once again, and that the next Senator from Utah will represent me, my family, community and state with honor."

My mayor ladies and gentlemen.

[chrisrenrut]

https://www.ksl.com/article/51052653...ah-ap-projects



My mayor ladies and gentlemen.

Pfft! The way he said he would “serve with Honor” was to vote no on everything, which is basically Mike Lee’s strategy as well.

[Jeff Lebowski]

Maloy was only endorsed by Trump because the Speaker of the House went to bat for her and pleaded with Trump to endorse her in an effort to offset Lee's endorsement of Jenkins and thus protect a reliable voting member of the current Republican establishment. I think she is a solid Representative and has demonstrated sound wisdom in her short tenure. She won mostly because of the power of incumbency-such as support from folks within the establishment. Lee supported Jenkins and he tried to run to the right of Maloy and criticize her votes, specifically on budgets, where she voted for solutions that kept the government functioning. I knew Colby Jenkins well 30 years ago as our time at West Point overlapped one year. I was surprised he took the angle he did and tried to outMaga Maloy-I think it was just a political ploy to win the Republican Primary and not really him. But given that Maloy is a solid and wise Representative who understands the nature of split government and prioritizes some level of a functioning government over chaos that was his only available angle that might result in him winning. I am convinced he would have been a fine Representative as well, but I can't say I am disappointed he lost even though I know him and we share a great deal in common.

This one is going down to the wire. As of yesterday, they were only 300 votes apart.

[USUC]

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[Pelado]

What a dumbass.

[falafel]

"I don't feel I have the liberty to concede an election until the election is over" oh boy. Go away Lyman, you got your teeth kicked in. Lost by 16 points. No amount of rural county votes that straggle in is going to overcome that deficit.