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Young Republicans of Texas (The) | |
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| Abbreviation | YRT |
| Chairperson | Isaac Laster |
| Founded | September 2023 |
| Ideology | Republican |
| Website | |
| https://yrtx.gop | |
The Young Republicans of Texas (YRT) is a political youth organization in Texas. In 2023 it was recognized by the Republican Party of Texas (RPT) as the official youth auxiliary club.[1] It was formed following a split within the Texas Young Republican Federation (TYRF). The organization engages in political activity through local chapters, statewide conventions, and issue-based advocacy. By 2025, the Young Republicans of Texas added chapters in several parts of the state. These local groups hold a range of activities like political events, candidate forums, and campaign volunteering.
Formation
[edit]The Young Republicans of Texas (YRT) was formed in September 2023 after a dispute within the Texas Young Republican Federation (see Young Republican National Federation (YRNF)). In August 2023, TYRF voted to end its affiliation with the Republican Party of Texas after disagreements with state party chairman, Matt Rinaldi. A group of TYRF members and chapters organized a separate entity and formed the Young Republicans of Texas.[2]
Name Dispute and Lawsuit (2023–2024)
[edit]Shortly after the formation of the Young Republicans of Texas, the Texas Young Republican Federation filed a lawsuit in Dallas County (October 2023) against several members of the new group, including Chad Cohen. TYRF alleged that the defendants infringed on its trademarks and used the "Young Republicans" name without authorization.[3] In November 2023, a state district judge granted a temporary restraining order (TRO) requiring the new organization to include a disclaimer when using the disputed name.
The defendants filed a motion to dismiss under the Texas Citizens Participation Act (anti-SLAPP statute), arguing that the lawsuit targeted their exercise of free speech. In August 2024, the Texas Fifth Court of Appeals reversed the court's ruling, ordering the claims against YRT members dismissed. The court held that TYRF had not met the legal standard to proceed under the trademark and unfair competition claims.[4]
Controversies
[edit]In October 2025, Politico reported that several leaders within the Young Republican National Federation (YRNF) had shared racist and homophobic messages in a private group chat.[5] Following the story, the YRNF issued a public statement condemning the messages and called for the resignation of those involved.[6]
According to the Houston Chronicle, the Young Republicans of Texas responded to public questions about the incident by stating on social media that, "We're not going to [condemn them]."[7]
Spectrum News also reported on the story, with an SMU political science professor observing that it wasn't a "huge story" and called it a distraction for the conservative youth movement.[8]
In August 2025, the Young Republicans of Texas announced that they would only endorse national candidates who support abolishing the H-1B visa program, stating that the program harms employment opportunities for young Americans.[9]
In late 2025, the group urged President Donald Trump to end the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program for foreign graduates. The Dallas Express reported that YRT described OPT as an "uncapped foreign worker program" that disadvantages recent American graduates and argued that the program could be ended through executive action.[10]
Political Activism & Expansion
[edit]The Dallas Express reported that the Plano Young Republicans hosted a forum of Republican primary runoff candidates for office to give voters an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates.[11]
In September 2024, the Fort Worth Young Republicans organized a watch party for the first ever Harris-Trump presidential debate, an event covered by the Fort Worth Report.[12]
Organizational Structure
[edit]They operate as a statewide political organization. The group has a state chair, vice chair, treasurer, and secretary. They also have an executive board that oversees statewide coordination, chapter development, and organizational governance.
Statewide officers are elected by voting delegates according to the organization's bylaws. Local chapters function semi-autonomously while remaining affiliated with the statewide organization. Local chapters host events, participate in political activities, and recruit members at the regional level.
Membership
[edit]Membership in the Young Republicans of Texas is open to individuals within the general age range of 18 to 40. Members join through local county or regional chapters. Participants take part in activities like meetings, political events, and campaign-related efforts.
Chapters
[edit]According to the organization's publicly listed chapter information, local chapters operate in several metropolitan and rural areas, including Dallas County, Rockwall County, Bryan–College Station, San Antonio, Gillespie County, Fort Worth (Tarrant County), Houston, The Woodlands, Plano, Travis County, Hunt County, Parker County, Waco, the Golden Triangle region, Denton County, Hood County, Walker County, Johnson County, and Lubbock County.[13]
Relationship to the Republican Party of Texas
[edit]The Young Republicans of Texas is recognized by the Republican Party of Texas (RPT) as its official youth auxiliary organization. The RPT lists the group among its affiliated coalitions and partnerships.[1]
Media coverage
[edit]- The Dallas Express covered a Republican primary runoff forum hosted by the Plano Young Republicans, where candidates spoke with local voters.[11]
- The Fort Worth Report wrote about a 2024 presidential debate watch party organized by the Fort Worth Young Republicans. They noted the event drew grassroots participation from Tarrant County residents.[12]
- The Dallas Express reported that the Young Republicans of Texas announced they would only endorse national candidates who support ending the H-1B visa program, citing concerns about employment competition for young American workers.[9]
- The Houston Chronicle reported the group's response to calls for commentary on a leaked Young Republican group chat, noting that YRT stated they did not intend to issue a condemnation.[7]
- Spectrum News discussed the national controversy surrounding leaked messages from Young Republican National Federation leaders and contrasted the responses of national organizations with that of the Young Republicans of Texas.[8]
- The Dallas Express reported that YRT urged President Donald Trump to end the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program for foreign graduates, describing the program as detrimental to recent American graduates.[10]
- The Dallas Express covered the Republican Party of Texas's decision to recognize the Young Republicans of Texas as its official youth auxiliary organization.[2]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b "Partnerships and Coalitions". Republican Party of Texas. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
- ^ a b Richie, Jonathan (2023-09-24). "Texas GOP votes to recognize new Young Republicans affiliate after previous group decided to leave state party over personal differences". Dallas Express. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
- ^ >Johnson, Brad (2023-11-14). "Warring Texas Young Republican Groups Face Off in Court Following Splinter". The Texan. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
- ^ "Chad Cohen v. Texas Young Republican Federation Appeal from 68th Judicial District Court of Dallas County (memorandum opinion)". Justia Law. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
- ^ "'I love Hitler': Leaked messages expose Young Republicans' racist chat". POLITICO. 2025-10-14. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
- ^ "'It's revolting': More Young Republican chat members out of jobs as condemnation intensifies". POLITICO. 2025-10-14. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
- ^ a b Bugenhagen, Faith (Oct 20, 2025). "Young Republicans of Texas claim 'it's that easy' not to condemn viral group chat". Chron. Retrieved Sep 22, 2025.
- ^ a b Texas, Erin Davis. "Young conservatives say they're shaping the future of the Republican Party". spectrumlocalnews.com. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
- ^ a b McGovern Jones, Kellen (2025-09-05). "India's H-1B Visa Dominance Sparks U.S. Policy Debate". Dallas Express. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
- ^ a b McGovern Jones, Kelleen (2025-11-21). "Young Republicans Of Texas Urge Trump To End OPT As H-1B Debate Intensifies". Dallas Express. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
- ^ a b Chartier, Tiffany (2024-04-27). "Republican runoff candidates convene to showcase campaigns ahead of late May election". Dallas Express. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
- ^ a b Greene, Cecilia Lenzen, Marissa (2024-09-11). "Tarrant Republicans, Democrats watch presidential debate. What will swing undecided voters?". Fort Worth Report. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ "Chapters". Young Republicans of Texas. 28 February 2024. Retrieved 2025-11-22.