Montana Republican Party bylaws contradict state law, judge says

By: Micah Drew

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: August 27, 2026

Words: 1,213

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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Several sections of the Montana Republican Party’s bylaws contradict state law, a district court judge ruled on Wednesday, but both sides of the lawsuit claimed victory in the case.

Lewis and Clark District Court Judge Michael McMahon struck down six sections of the 2026 bylaws that impose illegal requirements on Republican candidates and regulate the terms and vacancies of precinct committee representatives. The heart of the lawsuit, McMahon said, stems from the …

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