VOTE FEB 5- MAR 17, 2026
Jacqueline Garretson serves on the McHenry County Republican Party Executive Committee and is dedicated to strengthening grassroots engagement. Under her leadership, she helped flip seats, boost voter turnout, and works with Republican organizations statewide to flip Illinois RED.
What is a Precinct Committeeperson?
A Precinct Committeeperson is the grassroots representative of the Republican Party within their neighborhood. PCs serve as the direct connection between voters and the party, ensuring that community members have accurate information about elections, candidates, and key issues. They are often the first point of contact for voters who want to get involved, ask questions, or seek help navigating the political process.
The work of a PC is essential because it builds the foundation for every successful campaign. PCs help register voters, distribute literature, recruit volunteers, and encourage turnout during elections. Their efforts can determine whether a candidate wins or loses—especially in close races where just a handful of votes can shift the outcome. Strong precinct leadership strengthens the entire county.
Most importantly, precinct committeepersons shape the direction of the party itself. They vote on county leadership, influence party policies, and play a significant role in selecting the State Central Committeeperson who represents local Republicans at the state level. When precincts are filled with active, informed PCs, the party becomes more accountable, effective, and responsive to the voters it serves.
Endorsements
Senator Andrew Chesney
state representative martin mclaughlin
state representative martin mclaughlin
Andrew Chesney was elected to serve as Senator for the 45th District of the State of Illinois. He was
previously the State Representative for the 89th District for the
State of Illinois and prior to serving in the Illinois General Assembly he was elected
to serve as the Alderman at Large for the City of Freeport.
state representative martin mclaughlin
state representative martin mclaughlin
state representative martin mclaughlin
Marty McLaughlin currently serves as the State Representative for Illinois’ 52nd District, first elected in 2020 and reelected to continue representing communities across Lake, Cook, Kane, and McHenry counties.
thomas devore
state representative martin mclaughlin
thomas devore
Tom DeVore, former 2022 Illinois Attorney General candidate and attorney from downstate Illinois, is dedicated to reforming state government and cleaning house in Illinois.
JERRY EVANS
LTC-RET. MICHAEL PIERCE
LTC-RET. MICHAEL PIERCE
Jerry is a Republican small business owner and former congressional candidate for Illinois’ 11th Congressional District, who ran on principles of fiscal responsibility, limited government, and constitutional conservatism. He has remained active in grassroots Republican efforts and local political engagement within the district.
LTC-RET. MICHAEL PIERCE
LTC-RET. MICHAEL PIERCE
LTC-RET. MICHAEL PIERCE
Mike is an Army Veteran running in the 11th Illinois Congressional District; Christian; former coach; church youth director; former enlisted soldier; PhD in Organizational Leadership; author of The Overlord Effect; Life member of the NRA, VFW and American Legion.
JAIME MILTON
LTC-RET. MICHAEL PIERCE
JAIME MILTON
Jaime was one of the 2022 Republican Candidates for 14th Congressional District as well as fellow McHenry County Precinct Committeeperson in ALG59.
patrick sullivan
patrick sullivan
patrick sullivan
Pat Sullivan is the current McHenry County Board Member in District 1 and fellow McHenry County precinct committeeman.
Terri Greeno
patrick sullivan
patrick sullivan
Terri Greeno is the current McHenry County Board Member in District 5.
niko kanakaris
patrick sullivan
niko kanakaris
Niko is a business owner and will be running for McHenry County Board in District 9.
robert reining
orville brettman
robert reining
Bob is the current candidate for McHenry County Board District 3 and is a Lake In The Hills Sanitary District Trustee.
JD SYLVANUS
orville brettman
robert reining
JD serves as a Trustee of Johnsburg, dedicating his time to the betterment of the local community. He is actively involved in youth sports and community initiatives, working to support and give back to residents of all ages. .
orville brettman
orville brettman
orville brettman
Orv is the current Grafton Township GOP Chairman and a fellow precinct committeeperson in McHenry County who brings a wealth of knowledge and spirit to McHenry County.
KELLY EAGAN
Christina clausen
Christina clausen
Kelly is the Vice Chair of Communications for the McHenry County GOP. She is also a fellow PC in Grafton 22.
Christina clausen
Christina clausen
Christina clausen
Christina has been active as a conservative grassroot activist since 2020. She worked alongside Jacqueline during the Devore campaign and is the current Will County GOP Chairwoman and the 8th Congressional State Central Committeewoman with the ILGOP.
carla simmert
Christina clausen
carla simmert
Carla is the Vice Chairman for the Illinois Freedom Alliance (for identification only) as well as a grassroot activist that helps educate and empower precinct committeepersons across the state.
ERIC TROE
GIANENA WINKLER
JAYDEN BADILLO
Eric is one of the State Directors for Turning Point USA (for identification only) and is a member of the Young Republican Organization..
JAYDEN BADILLO
GIANENA WINKLER
JAYDEN BADILLO
Jayden is the Vice Chair of Aurora Township, a member of the Young Republicans and a Precinct Committeeperson in Kane County.
GIANENA WINKLER
GIANENA WINKLER
GIANENA WINKLER
Gia was the school board candidate for D300 and is a Precinct Committeeperson in Kane County as well as a certified parliamentarian.