Oklahoma City, OK – Former Trump national security official and U.S. Senate candidate Alex Gray announced that he has recently signed the Americans for Tax Reform (ATR) Taxpayer Protection Pledge.
Oklahoma City, OK (May 18th) – Alex Gray, former advisor to President Trump and Republican Candidate for Senate in Oklahoma, calls on his opponent, T.W. Shannon, to publicly address his support for Jimcy McGirt, sentenced to one thousand years in prison for raping a four year old girl, in the McGirt v. Oklahoma case and the resulting damage McGirt has done to the state of Oklahoma.
Oklahoma City, OK (May 10th) – On the Hugh Hewitt Show, U.S. Senate candidate Alex Gray pledged to introduce legislation on his first day in office to disestablish the five historic reservations that the U.S. Supreme Court identified in the McGirt case. In response, the five tribes have put out a statement condemning Gray for suggesting a return to pre-McGirt norms.
Gray had the following to say about the matter:
In a radio interview on the Hugh Hewitt Show yesterday, U.S. Senate special election candidate Alex Gray dropped a political bombshell when he pledged to author legislation to "disestablish the five historic Indian reservations that the U.S. Supreme Court in McGirt kind of created out of whole cloth [... to] start the process of fixing the mess that McGirt put us in."
Candidate filing has concluded, and at the same time the first campaign fundraising reports are available for some of the leading candidates for federal office. In this post, I'm going to briefly cover the fundraising figures for the GOP U.S. Senate and U.S. House candidates that have filed their first quarter reports.
Press release, Oklahoma City, OK (April 11th) – Today, former Trump national security official and U.S. Senate candidate Alex Gray has announced the additions of key members to his campaign team. Gray has brought on Chris Wilson of WPA Intelligence as Senior Advisor, Rory McShane of McShane LLC as General Consultant, Robert Aho of Brabendor Cox as Media Consultant, and Somerlyn Cothran as Finance Consultant.
Oklahoma City, OK – Former Trump national security official and U.S. Senate candidate Alex Gray released his first digital ad of the 2022 election cycle for the vacant seat made available by Inhoffe’s resignation at the end of the year, which will be filled through a special election in November.
Gray’s full ad can be viewed here:
The full transcript is below:
For ten years, Oklahoma had two Senators who took diametrically opposed views on term limits. On one side was Sen. Jim Inhofe, who vehemently opposed term limits (he's been in Washington since 1987, after all). On the other side was Dr. Tom Coburn, who was perhaps the most famous and principled of the term limits advocates on Capitol Hill.
Coburn went above and beyond merely pledging support for term limits, and held himself to a self-imposed limit of three terms in the House and two terms in the Senate (ultimately resigning partway through his second Senate term).
With Inhofe moving off the scene and sparking a special election, one of the candidates vying to replace him is taking more of the Coburn side of things. Alex Gray signed the U.S. Term Limits candidate pledge.
For what it's worth, fellow Senate candidate and sitting congressman Markwayne Mullin signed the same pledge in 2012, then proceeded to trash it when political power and prestige became too irresistable (plus, his "life experience changed", which makes it a-okay to break your word).
Gray's press release:
Oklahoma City, OK – Alex Gray, Republican senatorial candidate for November’s special election, recently pledged to support congressional term limits if elected.
Gray believes a Constitutional amendment should be passed to enforce term limits for Members of Congress.
Oklahoma City, OK – Today, U.S. Senate candidate and former Trump national security official Alex Gray announces the twelfth endorsement of his campaign. This endorsement comes from former acting U.S. Attorney General under President Trump, Matt Whitaker.
Whitaker, a former United States Attorney for the Southern District of Iowa, served as acting Attorney General before the confirmation of William Barr in 2018.
“Alex Gray has the significant national security experience we need in the U.S. Senate given today’s threats and challenges. His support of President Trump, from the 2016 campaign until his last day in the White House, is unquestioned. I’m pleased to support Alex in his campaign to be Oklahoma’s next US Senator,” Whitaker said in a statement endorsing Alex Gray.
Oklahoma City, OK (March 29th) – Today, former Trump national security official and U.S. Senate candidate Alex Gray has received the endorsement of Governor Pete Wilson. This marks the eleventh high-profile endorsement since Gray announced his candidacy earlier this month.
Wilson served the state of California as a United States Senator from 1983 until he was elected the 36th Governor of California in 1991. He has been a national leader in the fight against illegal immigration and to secure our borders for decades. A close friend of President Ronald Reagan, Wilson has been a conservative icon for decades.
“No one understands better than Alex Gray that America's national security urgently depends upon strict control of our borders, and the careful vetting of immigrants to assure enforcement of our immigration laws. His four years of service to President Trump in the White House included his critically important role as Chief of Staff of the National Security Council. He knows that anything less than constant rigorous enforcement of our immigration laws threatens a clear and present danger to America’s safety.
In the Senate, Alex Gray will champion the rule of law to uphold America's sovereignty and demand the safety of our citizens.” said Governor Wilson in a statement endorsing Alex Gray.
“Governor Wilson has been on the frontlines of the battle to control our border and enforce our immigration laws for decades. He was a fighter for conservative values in the Senate and as Governor, with many of his policies anticipating the America First movement of President Trump. I could not be more proud to have his support in my own bid for the U.S. Senate,” Gray said in response to the endorsement.
FORMER AMBASSADOR TO ISRAEL DAVID FRIEDMAN ENDORSES ALEX GRAY FOR SENATE
Oklahoma City, OK (March 28th) – Today, former Trump national security official and U.S. Senate candidate Alex Gray has received the endorsement of Ambassador David Friedman. The former ambassador to Israel is the tenth significant endorsement of frontrunner Alex Gray.
Friedman served as the ambassador to Israel during President Trump’s entire tenure. He was highly influential in peace talks on the Arabian peninsula and was a key figure in negotiating the Abraham Accords.
Friedman has the following to say in endorsing Gray, "From his service in the Trump White House, Alex Gray understands the need for a strong U.S.-Israel partnership and the importance of American leadership on the global stage. He played a key role in implementing President Trump's national security agenda, and will be a tireless advocate for an America First foreign policy in the U.S. Senate."
“Our relationship with Israel is paramount in securing America’s interests across the world. Ambassador Friedman was on the frontlines promoting those interests and is one of the greatest promoters of the U.S.-Israel partnershipin history. His support is a huge boost for our campaign, and continues the pattern of President Trump’s closest and most loyal supporters backing this effort. I look forward to continuing the progress we made in the Middle East during President Trump’s tenure when I am elected to the Senate and serving as a leading voice for the U.S.-Israel partnership,” Gray said in response to the endorsement.
Oklahoma City, OK – Today, US Senate candidate from Oklahoma, Alex Gray, has announced the endorsement of staunch conservative Congressman Paul Gosar. Congressman Dr. Gosar has represented Arizona for the last decade, serving as the former chair of the Congressional Western Caucus and a leader within the House Freedom Caucus.
In response to Congressman Gosar’s endorsement, Alex Gray had this to say.
“Congressman Gosar knows the importance of having liberty-minded, America First patriots in the Senate. After serving President Trump in the White House for 4 years, I am ready to serve the American people in the US Senate and work to advance the America First agenda for all Oklahomans.”
Oklahoma City, OK (March 17th) – Today, former National Security official to President Trump Alex Gray, has announced another significant endorsement for his campaign. Lt. Gen. (Ret) Keith Kellogg, one of President Trump’s earliest supporters and advisers, has endorsed Alex, making him the seventh notable endorsement of the campaign.
General Kellogg served in the United States Army for over thirty years and is a highly decorated combat veteran. After leaving active duty General Kellogg advised President Trump’s 2016 campaign and transition on defense and foreign policy. He would go on to serve as Chief of Staff and Executive Secretary of the National Security Council and later as the Acting National Security Advisor to President Trump. General Kellogg would also serve as National Security Advisor to the Vice President.
General Kellogg provided the following endorsement statement of Alex Gray.
TRUMP’S SECRETARY OF DEFENSE CHRIS MILLER ENDORSES ALEX GRAY
Oklahoma City, OK – Today, former Trump Advisor Alex Gray, yet again has announced a notable endorsement for his campaign. This endorsement, the sixth overall, comes from former Acting Secretary of Defense Chris Miller.
Miller, a former Green Beret, served as the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center before becoming the Acting Secretary of Defense under President Trump.
“There are few people that understand defense policy the way Alex does. His unique ability to grasp and communicate complex issues will result in our military being rebuilt. He’ll ensure that the Oklahoma defense industry plays a key role in that national effort.” Chris Miller said in a statement endorsing Alex Gray.
SHERIFF JOE ARPAIO ENDORSES ALEX GRAY
Oklahoma City, OK – Today, former Trump National Security official, Alex Gray, has announced the endorsement of former Maricopa County, Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio.
Arpaio has been on the front lines of the immigration fight for decades. He has been the leading voice in calling out the Federal government’s failures to secure our southern border. He was one of the earliest high-profile endorsements for President Trump in 2016.
“Just like me, Alex Gray appreciates the imminent national security threat posed by our unsecured southern border. I spent over two decades as the Sheriff of Maricopa County aggressively fighting to secure our border. While I was very successful in enforcing our immigration laws locally, I recognize the need for strong America First Patriots in Federal office to secure our southern border and stop our immigration crisis. That is why I am giving my full support and endorsement to Alex Gray, who truly understands the national security implications of this crisis from his service in the Trump White House, in his bid for Senate in Oklahoma,” Sheriff Joe said in a statement endorsing Alex Gray.
Oklahoma City, OK – Today, former Trump advisor, Alex Gray, has announced the fourth notable endorsement of his campaign from former National Security Advisor Robert O’Brien, just two days af
ter announcing his candidacy.
Robert O’Brien served as the National Security Advisor for the last two years of President Trump’s term in office. He worked closely with Alex Gray, who served as Chief of Staff of the National Security Council during the same time.
“Alex Gray is a gifted geopolitical strategist. He did important work on the Abraham Accords Middle East peace deal. Alex’s efforts to reform the National Security Council, especially by cutting the Obama era staff by 50%, will serve as a blueprint for decades to come. At the same time, we had a record number of women senior directors. In this time of international crisis, I can’t think of a more qualified and experienced candidate for the U.S. Senate,” Robert O'Brien said in a statement endorsing Alex Gray.
Senate candidate Alex Gray continues with a steady stream of news in the past few days. He announced $100k in fundraising during his first campaign's 24 hours, plus endorsements by two figures in the Trump administration (Ric Grenell and Kash Patel). Gray drops a hint that he has additional endorsements coming soon.
This news was first broken by Erick Erickson, nationally syndicated radio host and commentator.
Lee becomes the third sitting U.S. Senator to endorse a candidate in this race so far. Sen. Jim Inhofe started things off by endorsing of his chief of staff, Luke Holland, when he made his retirement announcement. Sen. Rand Paul has endorsed State Sen. Nathan Dahm. U.S. Rep. Markwayne Mullin has not issued any endorsements, but he figures to be the frontrunner due to his name recognition and deep personal pockets.
Additional individuals are still rumored to be considering running, including Rep. Kevin Hern, former Rep. J.C. Watts, former Ambassador Kyle McCarter, former State House Speaker T.W. Shannon, and former State Rep. Paul Wesselhoft.
U.S. SENATOR MIKE LEE ENDORSES ALEX GRAY
Oklahoma City, OK – Just a day after announcing his candidacy for United States Senate, former Trump Administration national security official, Alex Gray, has received the third endorsement of his campaign from Senator Mike Lee of Utah in his campaign for U.S. Senate.
Senator Lee is one of the most ardent supporters of President Trump in the United States Senate and understands the importance of electing America First senators across the country to stop the out-of-control Biden Administration's harmful policies.
“Alex Gray is an America First conservative. We need more proven, constitutional conservatives in the Senate. As one of the key national-security officials for President Trump, Alex helped make America great again. He has my complete and total endorsement in his U.S. Senate campaign!” said Senator Mike Lee in a statement endorsing Alex Gray.
Okay, maybe this guy is more serious than I thought he would be.
ALEX GRAY BRINGS IN $100,000 FUNDRAISING HAUL IN 24 HOURS
Oklahoma City, OK – Today, former Trump Administration national security official, Alex Gray, only 24 hours after announcing his run for U.S. Senate in the special election to replace retiring Jim Inhofe, has raised over $100,000 for his campaign war chest.
“The response from conservative patriots all across Oklahoma and the country has been overwhelming and humbling,” Gray said. “President Trump made this country safer, and Joe Biden is doing everything he can to undo that, from his failure to deter conflict in Ukraine to his disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan.”
