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Matt Maddock, a Trump favorite, ousted from Michigan GOP caucus
Matt Maddock is married to Meshawn Maddock, co-chair of the Michigan Republican Party. Both are shown here at last weekend's state party endorsement convention, which was a triumph for candidates aligned with former President Donald Trump. (Bridge photo by Jonathan Oosting)
LANSING — State Rep. Matt Maddock, a Trump loyalist and husband of a top Michigan Republican Party official, was kicked out of the House GOP caucus on Tuesday, according to multiple sources familiar with the development.
Sources say current House Speaker Jason Wentworth, R-Wentworth, booted Maddock for "violating caucus rules." He allegedly discussed confidential caucus matters publicly, prompting his removal.
Maddock did not immediately return a voicemail seeking comment.
As of Tuesday evening, the Milford lawmaker's page on the Michigan House Republican website was no longer active. One source told Bridge Michigan that Maddock was cut off from GOP central staff and services about a month ago amid similar caucus concerns.
https://www.bridgemi.com/michigan-government/matt-maddock-trump-favorite-ousted-michigan-gop-caucus
