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Ambassador John Bolton Endorses Rep. Mike Lawler for U.S. House of Representatives for New York’s Seventeenth District

Washington D.C. – Former Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs,  Ambassador John R. Bolton, announced the John Bolton PAC’s endorsement of  Rep. Mike Lawler to the U.S. House of Representatives from New York’s Seventeenth  District. Additionally, the John Bolton PAC will make a contribution of $10,000 to his  reelection campaign.  

Statement by Ambassador John Bolton:  

“I’m endorsing Representative Mike Lawler because he understands that peace can  only be achieved through strength. Since arriving in Washington last year, Mike has  been a trusted voice in the Committee on Foreign Affairs and stood up to Joe Biden’s  weakness on the world stage. Congressman Lawler is a dedicated public servant who  has proven he’ll do whatever it takes to get America back on the right track.” 

Statement by Representative Mike Lawler:  

“I’m thankful to Ambassador Bolton for his years of service. I deeply understand the  importance of American leadership on the global stage and know that we cannot shy  away from our responsibility on this front. Whether it’s supporting our allies overseas,  including Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, or investing in our military, I will never back away  from supporting America’s important role in preserving peace, freedom, and  democracy.” 

About the John Bolton PAC (www.boltonpac.com): Through his PAC, SuperPAC and Foundation,  Ambassador John Bolton defends America by raising the importance of national security in public  discourse and supporting candidates who believe in strong national security policies. Ambassador Bolton  has worked hard to restore conservative leadership, which must reverse the recent policies of drift,  decline, and defeat. America must rise to the occasion and acknowledge the indispensable role we play  in the world. Through 2022, Ambassador Bolton has endorsed over 250 candidates and raised nearly $30  million for his organizations. 

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Ambassador John Bolton Endorses Rick Scott for Senate in Florida

Washington D.C. – Former Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, Ambassador John R. Bolton, announced the John Bolton PAC’s endorsement of Senator Rick Scott for U.S. Senate from Florida. Additionally, the John Bolton PAC will make a contribution of $10,000 to his reelection campaign.

Statement by Ambassador John Bolton:

“Rick Scott has a long and proven record as a public servant that Floridians can trust to keep them safe. During his service in the Navy, as Governor, or now, as a United States Senator, Rick Scott has put America’s security first.

After returning from Israel, Rick Scott took to X (formerly Twitter):

“What I saw this week has only reinforced the undeniable fact that the United States and Israel have a common security interest in destroying Hamas and getting hostages back home TODAY.”

Senator Scott has always led by example and knows the threats we face from the likes of Iran, China, North Korea and Russia. I’m proud to endorse Senator Rick Scott in his 2024 reelection campaign.”

About the John Bolton PAC (www.boltonpac.com): Through his PAC, SuperPAC and Foundation, Ambassador John Bolton defends America by raising the importance of national security in public discourse and supporting candidates who believe in strong national security policies. Ambassador Bolton has worked hard to restore conservative leadership, which must reverse the recent policies of drift, decline, and defeat. America must rise to the occasion and acknowledge the indispensable role we play in the world. Through 2022, Ambassador Bolton has endorsed over 250 candidates and raised nearly $30 million for his organizations.

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Ambassador John Bolton Endorses Dave McCormick for Senate in Pennsylvania

Washington D.C. – Former Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, Ambassador John R. Bolton, announced the John Bolton PAC’s endorsement of Dave McCormick for the U.S. Senate from Pennsylvania. Additionally, the John Bolton PAC will make a contribution of $10,000 to his election campaign.

Statement by Ambassador John Bolton:

“Dave McCormick is a battle-tested veteran who bravely served the United States as a paratrooper in Operation Desert Storm. It is this kind of experience and understanding of national security that is sorely needed in the U.S. Senate.

As Dave McCormick said in a December speech in Philadelphia: “To put it bluntly, China poses the greatest threat to our security and our well-being since the end of World War II, and our nation’s leaders, including career politicians like Pennsylvania’s Senator Bob Casey, have gotten China wrong for more than two decades.”

As a conservative leader who proudly stands with Israel and wants to hold China accountable, I trust Dave to make the right calls in the Senate. That’s why I’m happy to announce my endorsement of Dave McCormick today.”

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Ambassador John Bolton Endorses Don Bacon for U.S. House of Representatives in Nebraska’s Second District

Washington D.C. – Former Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs,  Ambassador John R. Bolton, announced the John Bolton PAC’s endorsement of Rep. Don Bacon for Nebraska’s Second Congressional District. Additionally, the John Bolton PAC will make a contribution of $10,000 to his reelection campaign.

Statement by Ambassador John Bolton:

“Rep. Don Bacon’s 29 years of experience serving in the United States Air Force has uniquely prepared him to take the important votes necessary to keep America secure. Once again, Congressman Bacon’s commitment to protecting our national security has earned him my unequivocal endorsement in his reelection campaign.”

Statement by Congressman Don Bacon:

“I thank John Bolton for his endorsement. We believe in the traditional values that made the GOP great. Peace through strength has been our mantra the last eight decades and it should remain that way. America is the indispensable nation for the defense of freedom, but we know we must have close allies to succeed.”

About the John Bolton PAC (www.boltonpac.com): Through his PAC, SuperPAC and Foundation, Ambassador John Bolton defends America by raising the importance of national security in public discourse and supporting candidates who believe in strong national security policies. Ambassador Bolton has worked hard to restore conservative leadership, which must reverse the recent policies of drift, decline, and defeat. America must rise to the occasion and acknowledge the indispensable role we play in the world. Through 2022, Ambassador Bolton has endorsed over 250 candidates and raised nearly $30 million for his organizations.

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Ambassador John Bolton Endorses Yvette Herrell for US House of Representatives in New Mexico Second District

Washington D.C. – Former Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, Ambassador John R. Bolton, announced the John Bolton PAC’s endorsement of Yvette Herrell for US House of Representatives in New Mexico’s Second District. Additionally, the John Bolton PAC will make a contribution of $5,000 to her election campaign.

Statement by Ambassador John Bolton:

“There are just nine congressional districts along the southern border. Yvette Herrell is uniquely positioned to impact the debate around border security if we’re able to maintain our Republican House majority. Border security is national security and it should matter to all Americans that we have competent leadership on our borders. I’m proud to support her in this critical race.”

Statement by Congresswoman Yvette Herrell:

“Keeping our Republican majority in the House starts by winning back New Mexico’s Second District, and I thank Ambassador Bolton for his support in this critical race.”

About the John Bolton PAC (www.boltonpac.com): Through his PAC, SuperPAC and Foundation, Ambassador John Bolton defends America by raising the importance of national security in public discourse and supporting candidates who believe in strong national security policies. Ambassador Bolton has worked hard to restore conservative leadership, which must reverse the recent policies of drift, decline, and defeat. America must rise to the occasion and acknowledge the indispensable role we play in the world. Through 2022, Ambassador Bolton has endorsed over 250 candidates and raised nearly $30 million for his organizations.

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Ambassador John Bolton Endorses Former Gov. Larry Hogan for US Senate in Maryland

Washington D.C. – Former Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, Ambassador John R. Bolton, announced the John Bolton PAC’s endorsement of former Governor Larry Hogan in the Maryland Senate race. Additionally, the John Bolton PAC will make a contribution of $10,000 to his primary and general election campaign.  Hogan is running in Bolton’s home state of Maryland.

Statement by Ambassador John Bolton:

“Larry Hogan was an effective Republican governor in a blue state. His skills are badly needed in the Senate.  His candidacy immediately puts this race in play as a likely GOP pickup.  From day one, he will be a key swing vote on critical national security issues like securing our border and providing aid to Ukraine and Israel.  I’m excited for him to represent me as my senator.”

About the John Bolton PAC (www.boltonpac.com): Through his PAC, SuperPAC and Foundation, Ambassador John Bolton defends America by raising the importance of national security in public discourse and supporting candidates who believe in strong national security policies. Ambassador Bolton has worked hard to restore conservative leadership, which must reverse the recent policies of drift, decline, and defeat. America must rise to the occasion and acknowledge the indispensable role we play in the world. Through 2022, Ambassador Bolton has endorsed over 250 candidates and raised nearly $30 million for his organizations.

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Ambassador John Bolton Endorses Joe O’Dea for U.S. Senate

Washington D.C. – Former Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, Ambassador John R. Bolton, announced the John Bolton PAC’s endorsement of Joe O’Dea for U.S. Senate in Colorado. Additionally, the John Bolton PAC will contribute $5,000 to his general election campaign. 

Statement by Ambassador John Bolton: 

“The Democrats refuse to stand up to aggressors like China, Russia and Iran. Michael Bennet is no exception. Our security depends on having leaders at home who are determined to face America’s challenges head-on. I believe Joe O’Dea will never approve a new Iran nuclear agreement, but Michael Bennet would. The choice is clear.” 

Statement by Joe O’Dea: 

“Michael Bennet supports Joe Biden on everything, even Biden’s disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan and the administration’s reckless effort to reenter the Iran nuclear agreement. We need a strong military. We need a strong foreign policy. The world is freer and safer when America is decisive and strong.” 

About the John Bolton PAC (www.boltonpac.com): Through his PAC, SuperPAC and Foundation, Ambassador John Bolton defends America by raising the importance of national security in public discourse and supporting candidates who believe in strong national security policies. Ambassador Bolton has worked hard to restore conservative leadership, which must reverse the recent policies of drift, decline and defeat. America must rise to the occasion and acknowledge the indispensable role we play in the world. Through 2020, Ambassador Bolton has endorsed over 200 candidates and raised nearly $20 million for his organizations. 

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Ambassador John Bolton Endorses Ted Budd for U.S. Senate

Washington D.C. – Former Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, Ambassador John R. Bolton, announced the John Bolton PAC’s endorsement of Ted Budd for U.S. Senate in North Carolina. Additionally, the John Bolton PAC will contribute $5,000 to his general election campaign. 

Statement by Ambassador John Bolton: 

“Cheri Beasley has gone out of her way to try and make herself look less extreme than she actually is. We already have enough senators whose views do more damage to American security than our enemies ever could. National security issues are important to North Carolina voters, which is why they know the clear choice for a strong and safe America is Ted Budd.” 

Statement by Ted Budd: 

“Ambassador Bolton has a record of being tough on Iran and Cheri Beasley is on the record being soft on Iran. Beasley has been endorsed by the radical, far-left J-Street PAC that does not support Israel, our most important ally in the Middle East. Beasley also believes the Iran Nuclear Deal ‘was a principled example of how diplomacy can work to promote peace and keep military conflict and devastation at bay,’ which is out-of-touch with the realities of the region. I believe in peace through strength and supporting our allies to ensure that America is safe from foreign enemies.” 

About the John Bolton PAC (www.boltonpac.com): Through his PAC, SuperPAC and Foundation, Ambassador John Bolton defends America by raising the importance of national security in public discourse and supporting candidates who believe in strong national security policies. Ambassador Bolton has worked hard to restore conservative leadership, which must reverse the recent policies of drift, decline and defeat. America must rise to the occasion and acknowledge the indispensable role we play in the world. Through 2020, Ambassador Bolton has endorsed over 200 candidates and raised nearly $20 million for his organizations. 

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Ambassador John Bolton Endorses Leora Levy for U.S. Senate

Washington D.C. – Former Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, Ambassador John R. Bolton, announced the John Bolton PAC’s endorsement of Leora Levy for U.S. Senate in Connecticut. Additionally, the John Bolton PAC will contribute $5,000 to her general election campaign. 

Statement by Ambassador John Bolton: 

“Leora’s unique personal story will bring a special perspective to debates in the Senate when it comes to national security. Through her work with veterans’ groups, she is also uniquely positioned to be a voice for the needs of those who serve. I am confident she won’t be intimidated by America’s enemies, which is a big change from what Connecticut has now in the Senate.” 

Statement by Leora Levy: 

Out-of-touch career politicians are failing the American people. Joe Biden and Dick Blumenthal’s open border policies have encouraged the invasion at our southern border as deadly fentanyl, human traffickers, gang members and terrorists flood into our country. They have bolstered our enemies with a disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan, and they are legitimizing a despotic, theocratic regime as they attempt to negotiate a new Iranian Nuclear Deal. On top of that, they have made life unaffordable for every American with trillions of dollars in wasteful spending. Unlike Dishonest Dick who stole veterans’ valor, I proudly stand by our veterans and active military, and will champion policies at home and abroad that puts our nation’s interests and the American people first. The only way to change America is to change the leadership. I am honored to receive Ambassador Bolton’s endorsement, and I look forward to restoring common sense to Washington. 

About the John Bolton PAC (www.boltonpac.com): Through his PAC, SuperPAC and Foundation, Ambassador John Bolton defends America by raising the importance of national security in public discourse and supporting candidates who believe in strong national security policies. Ambassador Bolton has worked hard to restore conservative leadership, which must reverse the recent policies of drift, decline and defeat. America must rise to the occasion and acknowledge the indispensable role we play in the world. Through 2020, Ambassador Bolton has endorsed over 200 candidates and raised nearly $20 million for his organizations. 

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New Poll Finds Trump Hurts Republican Chances in Key Senate Races

July 28, 2022
CONTACT: Sarah Tinsley, Director
John Bolton SuperPAC
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Independents’ Opposition to Trump Could Give Democrats Outright Senate Control.

Washington D.C. – A new national survey conducted by John Bolton Super PAC of likely voters in four key Senate battleground states (Georgia, North Carolina, Ohio, and Pennsylvania), results indicate that Donald Trump is a significant drag on the general-election prospects of Republican candidates. Independent and undecided voters, whose votes will be critical, perhaps dispositive in November, nationally and in the four swing states, have decidedly unfavorable views of Trump. In all but Georgia, Republican candidates are trailing.

With Independent voters, Donald Trump is Favorable 38%, Unfavorable 48%, a net negative of minus ten points. Only 12.5% of Republican primary voters identified as ‘Trump Republicans’ and 73% as moderate or conservative.

Ron DeSantis continues to gain on Trump among prospective 2024 GOP primary voters. Trump has just a 2 point lead (33-31). In all, 67% of 2024 GOP primary voters picked a candidate other than Donald Trump.

Georgia: Republican Herschel Walker leads Democrat Raphael Warnock by 4 points, 46% to 42%. With Undecided voters in the Georgia Senate race Trump is Favorable 31%, Unfavorable 43%, a negative of minus 11 points.

Pennsylvania:
Republican Mehmet Oz trails by 6 points. With Undecided voters Donald Trump is Favorable 34%, Unfavorable 48%. An obstacle.

Ohio: Republican J.D. Vance trails Democrat Tim Ryan by six points, 44% to 38%. With Undecided voters in the Ohio Senate race Trump is Favorable 24%, Unfavorable 52%. Another obstacle.

North Carolina: Republican Ted Budd trails Democrat Cheri Beasley by 3 points, 43% to 40%. With Undecided voters in the North Carolina Senate race Trump is Favorable 33%, Unfavorable 33%.

Characterizing the survey’s results, Ambassador John Bolton said:

“These results do not mean Republican candidates should not campaign as true conservatives, only that they stress their loyalty to principles. We can still win these races, but the candidates need to separate themselves from Trump. Whatever Trump’s role in the nominating process, his role in the coming general elections can be fatal to GOP efforts to gain outright control of the Senate.”

“Trump’s fixation on himself and the 2020 election are poisonous to independent and undecided voters. Republican candidates who hope to win in November are risking political suicide if they stress their closeness to Trump, or allow their opponents to portray them as mini-Trumps.”

Other Key findings from the poll include:

-The poll also found that 60.4% believe that a new Republican candidate, “a fresh face,” would be more likely to defeat Biden in the 2024 presidential election, while 22.9% disagree.

-On the critical question of whether Vice President Mike Pence acted correctly or incorrectly on January 6, 2021, regarding the counting of Electoral College votes, 66.3% sided with Pence, while only 14.7% sided with Trump. Of those surveyed, 81% believe that Biden is legally President of the United States, while 13% disagree.

-Americans are equally divided over whether Trump should be prosecuted for the January 6 Capitol riot (45.9% yes, 45.5% no), while 49.5% believe that Trump incited the crowd to storm the Capitol, and 39.8% disagree.

-Among Republicans asked how they describe themselves, 45.1% said they were “conservatives”; 27.7% said they were “moderates”; and only 12.5% said they were “Trump Republicans.” The rest were undecided or did not answer.

Asked who they would support for President in a primary held today, 33.3% said Trump, 30.7% said DeSantis, and all the rest were in single digits.

These findings are based on a survey conducted on behalf of John Bolton Super PAC of likely general election voters in Pennsylvania, Ohio, North Carolina and Georgia was taken between July 22-24, 2022. We polled 1200 voters, 300 voters in each state. Political veteran Carter Wrenn helped analyze the results. The survey of general election voters has a margin of error of +/- 2.8% at a 95% confidence interval.

Through his PAC, SuperPAC and Foundation, Ambassador John Bolton defends America by raising the importance of national security in public discourse and supporting candidates who believe in strong national security policies. Ambassador Bolton has worked hard to restore conservative leadership, which must reverse the recent policies of drift, decline and defeat. America must rise to the occasion and acknowledge the indispensable role we play in the world. Through 2020, Ambassador Bolton’s endorsed over 200 candidates and raised nearly $20 million for his organizations.

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ABOUT JOHN BOLTON

Ambassador John Bolton, a diplomat and a lawyer, has spent many years in public service. He served as the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations in 2005-2006. He was Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security from 2001 to 2005. In the Reagan Administration, he was an Assistant Attorney General.