The Assembly Republican Caucus has unanimously elected Assemblymember Heath Flora as its new Leader, following the announcement from current leader James Gallagher, who has held the position since 2022. Gallagher will continue in his role until September 16, after which Flora will officially take over.
Gallagher expressed pride in the caucus’s accomplishments during his leadership, highlighting their success in retaining and even expanding their seats despite predictions of losses post-redistricting. He noted significant achievements on key issues such as fentanyl, human trafficking, and Proposition 36, emphasizing the caucus’s growth and sharpened messaging.
Flora expressed gratitude for the support from his colleagues, stating his commitment to leading a Republican Caucus that actively fights for Californians, communicates effectively, and remains steadfast in their efforts. Both Gallagher and Flora underscored the importance of unity as they aim to bring real solutions to Sacramento and regain the trust of Californians.
