Nick Langworthy is on the verge of becoming the next state Republican Chairman, ousting Ed Cox after a decade of leadership.
The Empire Report on Monday reported Cox was preparing a transition of leadership to Langworthy, the Erie County chair.
Langworthy on Monday appeared to be poised to win a majority of the county committee endorsements with the backing of Monroe County Chairman Bill Reilich.
Langworthy in a text said he is meeting with Cox on Tuesday morning.
“Today is a new beginning for the New York State Republican Party,” said Saratoga County Chairman Carl Zeilman. “
“As we transition to new leadership and begin rebuilding our Party in New York, we must continue to fight for every vote and every taxpayer. From building local campaign infrastructure to raising millions of dollars for candidates, Nick Langworthy brings the experience, dedication, and acumen we need to revitalize our party. From Buffalo to Ballston Spa, Nick will be the Chairman we need to bring the Empire State back from the brink.”
Langworthy launched his bid this year Republicans lost the state Senate majority in November, the GOP’s final toehold on state power. He has pledged to enroll more voters and jumpstart campaign fundraising.
Cox, a son in law of former President Richard Nixon, sought to highlight his recruitment of women and black candidates in a difficult political environment for Republicans in a deeply blue state.