Corky Messner
| Bryant “Corky” Messner | |
| Born | November 15, 1956 Altoona, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Political party | Republican |
| Children | Three |
| Alma mater | United States Military Academy |
| Occupation | Businessman, veteran |
Military Service
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1979 – 1984 |
| Rank | Infantry Captain |
| Battles/wars | Cold War |
Bryant “Corky” Messner (born November 15, 1956 (age 69)) is a veteran and businessman currently running for United States Senate in the 2020 elections from New Hampshire to challenge incumbent Democrat Jeanne Shaheen.
2020 U.S. Senate bid
Messner's bid for Senate has received the endorsements of Sen. Rand Paul[1] and President Trump.[2] The latter's endorsement that was several months prior to the Republican primary election sparked criticism from Messner's then-primary opponent Don Bolduc, who claimed that the primary was rigged against him.[3] Messner ultimately won the primary by a handy margin to face Shaheen in the general election;[4] Bolduc conceded,[5] though openly refused to endorse him for the general election.[6] A debate was previously held between the two candidates.[7]
A debate between Messner and Shaheen over the general election was held in mid-October 2020.[8] The race has been rated as a safe hold for the incumbent senator by the Cook Political Report,[9] though RCP only considers it to be "Lean D".[10]
Political views
Messner is a libertarian-leaning conservative who is pro-life and has expressed support for bringing U.S. troops out of the Middle East.[11]
Controversies
Messner reportedly was accused of domestic violence in 2006.[12] He was also arrested for DUI in 1995.[13]
A criminal probe was briefly sought into a foundation run by Messner;[14] a third-party audit later found no wrongdoing.[15]
References
- ↑ Rand Paul endorses Corky Messner for U.S. Senate
- ↑ Trump endorses Messner, tweets he’ll be ‘fantastic US Senator'
- ↑ Trump endorsements cause uproar in New Hampshire GOP primaries
- ↑ ‘Corky’ Messner wins GOP Senate primary to challenge Shaheen
- ↑ Messner wins, Bolduc concedes in tight fight to face Shaheen
- ↑ Bolduc Concedes, But Won’t Endorse, in NHGOP Senate Primary
- ↑ 2020 candidate profile: Corky Messner (R)
- ↑ NH US Senate Debate 10-15-2020 on NHPR - Sen Jeanne Shaheen (D) and Corky Messner (R)
- ↑ 2020 Senate Race Ratings | The Cook Political Report
- ↑ Battle for the Senate 2020 - RealClearPolitics
- ↑ Messner answers questions about Supreme Court, president's COVID-19 diagnosis
- ↑ NH Senate Candidate Accused Of Domestic Incident In Colorado: Doc
- ↑ NH U.S. Senate Candidate Arrested For DUI In 1995 In Colorado
- ↑ Criminal probe sought into NH U.S. Senate candidate ‘Corky’ Messner’s foundation
- ↑ Audit Finds No Wrongdoing by Messner Foundation, Demands Retraction