When President Trump endorsed me, I was standing in an elementary school, talking to a group of students. My phone was tucked away in my bag on the floor, and I could hear it buzzing.
I had already engaged in numerous conversations with trusted friends and family about running for Governor and had begun developing a plan of action for doing so. I was praying about it and seeking guidance as to whether to proceed.
When I finally looked down and saw the message —“Run, Megan, run!” from the President of the United States, it was the tipping point, and I made my announcement shortly thereafter. To say that I am humbled and honored by President Trump recognizing my work for the people of Wyoming as demonstrating that I am the right person for this job is an understatement. His endorsement rightfully carries weight and, if I am fortunate enough to be elected, I will work every day to validate his decision.
I have been asked how I earned President Trump’s endorsement. The truth is, it wasn’t complicated. President Trump is a man of conviction who knows that Wyoming’s resources and conservative values are integral to his America First agenda, and he has been paying attention.
He took notice when I stood on the steps of the United States Supreme Court with the Heritage Foundation defending Title IX, protecting our female athletes, and pushing back against the Biden administration. He saw when I testified before Congress against sexually explicit materials in public school libraries. And he was there when I defended his Executive Order to close the Department of Education and return education policy to the states where it belongs.
He also knows of the effort that I have expended in developing a relationship with his administration, talking about my vision for Wyoming, discussing energy policy, and describing my strong support for school choice and putting parents in charge of their children’s education. I have been unabashed in my discussions with the Trump administration about Wyoming’s industries and businesses, and what real leadership in Wyoming can do to power and feed the future, protect our national defense, and provide world class recreational opportunities, among other things.
In short, I worked to obtain the Trump endorsement, because having a good relationship with the President—the most pro-energy President in my lifetime—is critical for the future of Wyoming. He endorsed me because of my record and my commitment to working with him to advance our Country’s and State’s interests. In contrast, I have an opponent who has made no effort to engage with the Trump administration. That speaks volumes in terms of who is the right person to lead this state forward.
But this campaign isn’t about endorsements; it’s about Wyoming’s future.
Wyoming is truly one of the last beacons of hope in America—pointing the way to what works and what doesn’t. But we’ve all seen what happens when red states stop paying attention.
These changes don’t happen overnight. They creep in. Through courts and bureaucracies and small decisions made every day by our elected officials. And if we’re not willing to fight back, we will wake up one day and realize Wyoming isn’t what it used to be.
Because the truth is, this isn’t just happening “out there.” It’s starting to happen right here at home, too.
There are Wyoming politicians who are masquerading as the “reasonable voice of the common man” while working to shut down the industries that feed our families and fund our schools. I have an opponent who actually helped establish one of the more radical environmental organizations in the state—one that has taken the opposing side of our energy industries in almost every single lawsuit in which it was involved.
Our own Wyoming Supreme Court just labeled abortions as “healthcare.” And just recently, law enforcement in Laramie County pulled over nearly 120 illegal immigrants operating commercial rigs on our highways. Why is this important? Because the future of Wyoming is on the ballot this year, and it is imperative that we elect someone who is willing to fight for our values.
We’ve seen it before. Republicans running for office who aren’t conservative but claim to be. People who campaign one way and then govern another.
If someone has been in office for years (or even decades) and hasn’t done the things they are campaigning on now, there are only two explanations: they either can’t do it, or they won’t do it. Either way, they are being dishonest with the voters.
And either way, Wyoming deserves better.
When I ran for Superintendent of Public Instruction, I made promises and I kept them.
I said I would fight for school choice – and we created the first state-authorized charter schools in Wyoming and an education savings account program.
I said I would stand up for parental rights– and we implemented policies requiring curriculum transparency and parental notification.
I said I would protect our girls – and we banned males from competing in girls’ sports.
I said I would champion the skilled trades, which are the backbone of economy – and I streamlined resources for career and technical education and expanded the number of kids enrolled in these fields.
I said I would make sure Wyoming kids were never taught to hate America – and we created the Patriot School Program.
I said I would prioritize early literacy– and we passed a statewide literacy law, with early screening and intervention for students falling behind.
I said I would stand up for Wyoming kids’ safety– and we achieved tougher penalties for those who sell fentanyl to minors.
I didn’t just talk about it; I did it.
I’m running for Governor because I believe the next generation deserves a Wyoming that is stronger and freer than the one we inherited.
That’s the Wyoming I was raised to fight for. And that’s exactly what I’ll do if you trust me with your vote.