Meyers Elected Chair of RIGOP

Meyers Elected Chair of RIGOP

The Rhode Island Republican Party announced the election of Allyn Meyers of Tiverton as Chairman.

Meyers previously ran for the State Senate in District 10. He lost to sitting Senator Walter Felag twice. 

“I am deeply humbled and honored to have been elected Chairman of the Rhode Island Republican Party,” said Meyers. “This victory does not belong to me alone. It belongs to the volunteers, party leaders, candidates, and elected officials who have knocked doors, made calls, donated to the cause, and believed in our shared mission to build a stronger, election-ready Republican Party in the Ocean State.”

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Some party members criticized the party election for being held behind closed doors.

Meyers expressed his gratitude to Acting Chair Niyoka Powell and the Executive Committee for their leadership during the transition.

“To our Acting Chair, Niyoka Powell, our former Executive Director, Aidan Carey, and the entire Executive Committee–thank you for your stewardship and guidance, and for laying the foundation that allows us to move forward with purpose.”  

Meyer replaces Joe Powers, who recently resigned from the post.

“In Rhode Island, we win when we win together. The Party cannot afford division,” Meyers said. “Victory comes from unifying behind our shared platform and supporting the nominees who emerge from fair, hard-fought primaries.”

Meyers emphasized an open approach to leadership and a renewed push toward party-building efforts ahead of 2026.

“My door is open to everyone,” Meyers added. “It’s time to rally around our common goals, and get to work organizing, fundraising, registering voters, and turning out Rhode Islanders who share our vision.”