Rory McShane
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Rory McShane (born February 19, 1992) is an American political consultant and strategist, known for his work with Republican candidates and conservative activism.[1] He is currently serving as the chief strategist for Congressman Paul Gosar, the Wyoming Freedom PAC (the political arm of the Wyoming Freedom Caucus), Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray, [2]and Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen.[3]
Career
changeHe is a political consultant and strategist known for his involvement in various high-profile political campaigns and controversies.[4]
McShane gained attention for his role in political consulting, particularly in relation to the 2020 U.S. presidential election.[5] He was a key figure in efforts to challenge the election results, with McShane LLC being implicated in these activities.[6]
His actions came under scrutiny when it was revealed that his firm had connections with far-right figures and groups involved in election protests.[7]Among his various engagements, McShane has been linked to groups and individuals with controversial affiliations, including the Proud Boys.[8]
Additionally, Jessica Haire, a former candidate from Maryland, became entangled in the controversy surrounding McShane. Haire, who has been involved in various political and activist roles, was connected to the broader network of individuals and organizations engaged in the election-related disputes.[9] Her involvement with McShane LLC and associated PACs contributed to the scrutiny of the firm's activities and its connections to far-right groups.[10]
McShane has also been associated with various political action committees (PACs). The "Take Back the West" PAC,[11] for example, was established by McShane, these PACs were part of broader efforts to contest the 2020 election results and influence political outcomes.[12]
References
change- ↑ "Nevada-Based GOP Firm Elevates Former Client to CEO". Campaigns & Elections. 2022-11-28. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ↑ Stephenson, Cassandra. "Mayoral candidate Alice Rolli cuts ties with consulting firm claiming Proud Boys connection". The Tennessean. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ↑ "Utah mayor hires firm linked to the far-right Proud Boys to consult for his congressional campaign". The Salt Lake Tribune. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ↑ Scherer, Michael (2021-06-03). "To build a crowd for a pro-Trump rally, Nevada GOP consultant sought help from Proud Boys". Washington Post. ISSN 0190-8286. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ↑ Gentry, Dana. "Consulting firm tied to Proud Boys is sole beneficiary of PAC • Nevada Current". Nevada Current. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ↑ "Colorado-connected GOP operative sideswiped in Nevada Proud Boys flap". Colorado Politics. 2021-06-02. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ↑ Gentry, Dana (2021-05-27). "Consultants for NV GOP sought out Proud Boys for post-election rally • Nevada Current". Nevada Current. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ↑ vascope (2021-08-09). "A consultant firm that previously worked for Winsome Sears tried to recruit Proud Boys for a post-election rally last year in Nevada". VA Scope. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ↑ Miner, Ryan (2022-07-08). "Was Jessica Haire Caught Lying About Ties To Consulting Firm Connected To Proud Boys?". A Miner Detail | Maryland Politics News. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ↑ Miner, Ryan (2022-05-31). "Jessica Haire And The Proud Boys". A Miner Detail | Maryland Politics News. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ↑ "Las Vegas Hired Guns Deployed in Idaho Legislative Campaigns". Take Back Idaho. 2024-04-16. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ↑ "Support of false election claims runs deep in 2022 GOP field". AP News. 2022-09-08. Retrieved 2024-08-29.