RI GOP chair to resign citing scheduling conflicts with full-time job

RI GOP chair to resign citing scheduling conflicts with full-time job

Rhode Island Republican Party Chair Joe Powers said he will step down from his GOP leadership role on Jan. 15, 2026. (Photo from Joe Powers Facebook page)The leader of Rhode Island’s Republican Party is stepping down, less than one year after winning a second term in a contentious and competitive internal election.  GOP Chairman Joe Powers announced his resignation on Sunday — though it doesn’t take effect until Jan. 15 — citing the demands and …