Hamilton County Republicans are about to get a new chairperson.  In a story posted Wednesday morning by the Hamilton County Reporter, Laura Campbell cited personal reasons for stepping down from her party post.  She remains a member of the Carmel City Council.

Hamilton County GOP Vice-Chair Will Riley is expected to call a party caucus to vote on Campbell’s replacement.

The Reporter reprinted a statement Campbell issued announcing her resignation:

I am resigning as Chairman of the Hamilton County Republican Party effective midnight on January 19, 2022. After the loss of both of my parents last year I gained a new perspective on how I want to spend my free time. Being party chairman takes up a large part of my free time and I would like to spend more time with my family.

I will be at next week’s GOP breakfast meeting and hope to see you there. Will Riley, Vice Chairman, will set the date for a caucus to elect my replacement.

Together we have made great strides in the party, among them: expanding the party’s reach and welcoming more diverse involvement in the party, growing our local clubs, and the successful grassroots efforts in 2020 that resulted in substantial wins for our candidates. Republicans are well-positioned for continued success this year in the midterm elections and I will work with the new leadership for a smooth transition.