Elizabeth Dionne Announces Bid for MassGOP Chair, Pledges to Lead Party’s Next Chapter

BELMONT, MA — November 9, 2026 — Elizabeth Dionne has announced her candidacy for Chairwoman of the Massachusetts Republican Party (MassGOP), entering the race to lead the state party through its next chapter following the 2026 election cycle.

Dionne, a former Belmont Select Board member and the Republican nominee for Massachusetts State Treasurer in 2026, announced her intentions Sunday evening in an email to members of the Republican State Committee.

Her announcement comes as Massachusetts Republicans begin evaluating the party’s direction, organizational structure, and future electoral strategy following a difficult election cycle.

In her announcement, Dionne emphasized the importance of offering Massachusetts voters a meaningful political alternative and holding the state’s Democratic leadership accountable.

“We must remain laser-focused on providing voters with a true choice, not a coronation of Massachusetts’s current political superpower,” Dionne wrote to committee members.

Dionne also identified the party’s financial position as an area requiring attention, pointing to significant debt and inadequate fundraising. As part of her commitment, she pledged to serve without a salary during the two-year chairmanship.

A corporate attorney with experience in local government, Dionne previously served as Chair of the Belmont Select Board. During her 2026 campaign for State Treasurer, she emphasized government accountability, transparency, fiscal responsibility, and public oversight.

Her candidacy comes as current MassGOP Chairwoman Amy Carnevale has not yet announced whether she intends to seek another term.

The upcoming leadership contest will help determine the direction of the Massachusetts Republican Party as it looks toward rebuilding its statewide presence, strengthening local party organizations, improving fundraising, and preparing candidates for future elections.

Dionne’s announcement marks the beginning of what could become an important leadership transition for Massachusetts Republicans.

The race for MassGOP Chair is officially underway.