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WTAS: Statements of Support for Governor Sanders' Appointments to Secretary of State and the Arkansas Supreme Court

Government and Politics

December 23, 2024

From: Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders

U.S. Senator Tom Cotton: “Congratulations to Nick Bronni and Cody Hiland for their appointment to the Arkansas Supreme Court. Thank you to @SarahHuckabee for selecting two outstanding constitutional conservatives to serve on our state’s highest court.”

Attorney General Tim Griffin: “Congratulations to Justice Cody Hiland on his new appointment to the Arkansas Supreme Court, and to Cole Jester for being appointed by Governor @SarahHuckabee Sanders as Arkansas’s Secretary of State. Both will serve the people of Arkansas with honor and integrity in their new appointments.” 

Lieutenant Governor Leslie Rutledge: “Glad to join Gov. @SarahHuckabee as she announced three constitutional appointments: my long-time friend Justice Cody Hiland to the Supreme Court, my friend and former Solicitor General Nick Bronni to the Supreme Court, and my former intern Cole Jester as Secretary of State. All three will serve our State with integrity and follow the Constitution to protect our rights.”

Secretary Jim Hudson: “Another home run pick by @SarahHuckabee. @Cole_Jester is a man of integrity who will do a fantastic job as our next Secretary of State. Proud to call you friend!”

President Pro-Tempore Bart Hester: “All three of the Governors appointments are liberty minded proven conservatives. I could not be more pleased with the direction the Governor continues to lead.”

Speaker Matthew Shepherd: “I’ve had the opportunity to work with Cole Jester during his time in the Governor’s office, and I am confident that he will excel as Secretary of State. Similarly, Justice Cody Hiland and Nicolas Bronni have demonstrated a strong track record of service and integrity and will continue that service to Arkansas with distinction on the Arkansas Supreme Court.” 

Speaker Designate Brian Evans: “I applaud Governor Sanders for appointing three highly qualified individuals to these vital state offices. Each appointee has shown a strong commitment to public service and a dedication to advancing our state. I am confident they will continue to make decisions that enhance the lives of Arkansans.” 

Rep. Aaron Pilkington: “Congrats to @Cole_Jester on his appointment to SOS. The youngest in the country I believe. Love that a fellow classical architecture lover is in that Office.”

Rep. David Ray: “Congratulations to Justice Cody Hiland and Solicitor General Nick Bronni on being appointed to the AR Supreme Court and Cole Jester on being appointed Secretary of State by Governor @SarahHuckabee! This is an exciting day for Arkansas!”

Rep. Brit Mckenzie: “What a day to be an Arkansan! @Cole_Jester is a phenomenal pick to serve as the next Arkansas Secretary of State. A man of high integrity, unimpeachable core values, and he will serve the people of Arkansas dutifully. Governor @SarahHuckabee has chosen the right man for the job.”

Rep. Ryan Rose: “Congratulations to my friend @Cole_Jester on his appointment as the next Secretary of State of Arkansas. Great things ahead.”

Rep. Grant Hodges: “Governor Sanders has made a historic appointment with Cole Jester as Secretary of State. He is a brilliant attorney and policy expert. It’s an exciting day for Arkansas to have a new generation of conservative leadership.”

Rep. RJ Hawk: “Congrats to my friend @Cole_Jester on his appointment to be Arkansas Secretary of State! He will be a great asset to the state!”