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New York Republicans have shut down the state’s Young Republicans chapter after a leaked group chat revealed racist and antisemitic messages from its leaders. State GOP chair Ed Cox cited both “gross mismanagement” and the offensive language as reasons for suspension, emphasizing such rhetoric has no place in the party. The move contrasts with some national GOP figures and comes as NY Republicans seek to attract moderates and independents. Former chapter chair Peter Giunta apologized but was fired from a legislative job. The scandal spotlights ongoing tensions over party image and extremism. More: https://www.wrvo.org/2025-10-17/gop-officials-vote-to-disband-ny-young-republicans-chapter-after-leak-of-racist-texts #NYGOP #YoungRepublicans #Racism #PartyPolitics #PoliticalAccountability