Virginia Conservatives Overturn Fraudulent GOP Election

Conservatives in Warren County win appeal to nullify rigged local Republican Party leadership vote.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:30pm

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Conservatives in Warren County, Virginia, have successfully appealed and overturned a fraudulent election that allowed RINOs, or 'Republicans in Name Only', to take control of the local Republican Party committee. The appeal was filed by Scott Lloyd, a former Trump administration official, against David Silek, a local attorney allied with the county sheriff and board of supervisors chairwoman, who were accused of anti-Catholic remarks and manipulating the election process.

Why it matters

This case highlights ongoing tensions within the Republican Party between conservative grassroots activists and more moderate or liberal-leaning 'establishment' factions, with accusations of voter fraud and undemocratic practices being used to consolidate power. The outcome could impact the direction of the local GOP and influence future elections in the deeply red region outside of Washington, D.C.

The details

The disputed election took place at a February 12 mass meeting of the Warren County Republican Committee (WCRC), where whistleblowers alleged widespread chaos, disorganization, and fraud. Dozens of conservatives were reportedly turned away from voting, while Democrats were inexplicably given ballots. The committee's size was also abruptly slashed from 251 to just 102 members, with the Silek-allied county board of supervisors chairwoman leading the rules committee despite being under a four-year ban.

  • The WCRC election and membership reset took place at its February 12 mass meeting.
  • On Tuesday night, the Sixth District Republican Committee heard an appeal filed by Scott Lloyd.

The players

Scott Lloyd

A former Trump administration official who ran for chairman of the Warren County Republican Committee (WCRC).

David Silek

A local attorney who is close allies with Warren County Sheriff Crystal Cline, Warren County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Cheryl Cullers, and County Supervisor Hugh Henry. He has been accused of slandering Christian conservatives as 'right wing extremists'.

Crystal Cline

The Warren County Sheriff who was involved in handling membership applications during the disputed WCRC election.

Cheryl Cullers

The Warren County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman who was allowed to lead the WCRC's rules committee despite being under a four-year ban.

Hugh Henry

A Warren County Supervisor who has been accused of making anti-Catholic remarks.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

What’s next

The Sixth District Republican Committee's decision to overturn the fraudulent WCRC election could lead to a reshuffling of local GOP leadership and influence future elections in the region.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing power struggles within the Republican Party, with accusations of voter suppression and undemocratic practices being used to consolidate control. The outcome underscores the importance of grassroots activism and the need for transparent and fair election processes, even at the local level.