Bulwark Takes Is This GOP “Electoral Genius” Actually a Fraud?
Jun 8, 2025
Will Sommer, a keen observer of right-wing influencers, joins to explore the chaotic dynamics of GOP politics. He dissects the messy feud between MAGA figures Scott Presler and Brandon Straka, highlighting their dubious voter mobilization efforts, including an outrageous Amish voter drive. The conversation reveals the performative nature of these influencers and critiques the substance of their claims, while also unearthing the tangled financial ties Alex Jones has with tech giants like Elon Musk. A wild dive into the clout battles of the GOP!
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Scott Pressler’s Voter Drives
- Scott Pressler, known as "the persistence," is a tall, gay Republican influencer who registers voters, including blue-collar and Amish voters.
- His followers claim he's an electoral genius whose vote drives can win critical elections like in Pennsylvania for Trump.
Feud Between Pressler and Straka
- Brandon Straka, also gay and a former hairdresser, leads the Walkaway movement to convert minority groups to Republicans.
- He and Pressler were friends but fell out over clout, vote impact, and refusal to promote each other.
Divergent January 6 Paths
- On January 6, Pressler mingled peacefully in D.C., while Straka led and encouraged mob violence, resulting in charges and probation.
- Their paths diverged sharply after, with Pressler gaining huge GOP influence and Straka facing legal consequences.