Endorsements

Lion Leadership Fund is committed to investing early in thoroughly vetted candidates seeking public office at the state and local levels in key districts across the country. We seek out and proudly support individuals who believe in the sanctity of public service – the responsibility inherent in the position to act in the best interest of their communities without shying away from tough issues or decisions and working across the aisle to find the best solutions when needed.

Georgia

(January 14, 2026) — Today Lion Leadership Fund (LLF), a national 527 political organization dedicated to electing principled and pragmatic Republican public leaders at the state and local levels, announced its endorsement of Lauren Daniel for Georgia State Senate District 18.

Montana

(May 4, 2026) — Today Lion Leadership Fund (LLF), a national 527 political organization dedicated to electing principled and pragmatic Republican public leaders at the state and local levels, announced its endorsement of Courtenay Sprunger (State House District 7), Kerri Seekins-Crowe (State House District 39), Brad Barker (State House District 55), Michele Binkley (State House District 85), and David Bedey (State Senate District 43).

Representative Courtenay Sprunger (State House District 7)

A fifth-generation Montanan and small business owner, Sprunger has built her career on bringing people together to solve tough challenges—from securing tax relief and improving infrastructure to expanding education and housing opportunities. She has championed landmark investments in roads, workforce development, and public safety, and is passionate about using her voice to promote the common good for all Montanans.

Representative Kerri Seekins-Crowe (State House District 39)

A strong voice for protecting the most vulnerable, Seekins-Crowe champions policies that defend life, strengthen families, and uphold community values. She serves as Vice Chair of the Business and Labor Committee and chairs both the Republican Energy Caucus and Gun/Archery Range Commission. Running for her fourth term, she continues to fight for those without a voice.

Representative Brad Barker (State House District 55)

A West Point graduate and 20-year Army combat veteran, Barker has delivered results for Montana families: simplified income taxes, spending growth held to less than half a percent per year, and transparency laws requiring government bodies to publish agendas and post public meetings. He answers to his constituents, and his record proves it.

Representative David Bedey (State Senate District 43)

A retired Army colonel who served 30 years including deployment during the Persian Gulf War and as a professor at West Point, Bedey returned home to Hamilton where he served as CFO of an engineering firm and nine years on the local school board. Now completing his fourth term in the Montana House, he has sponsored bills on education funding, public health policy, and election security.

Pennsylvania

(May 4, 2026) — Today Lion Leadership Fund (LLF), a national 527 political organization dedicated to electing principled and pragmatic Republican public leaders at the state and local levels, announced its endorsement of Tracy Pennycuick (State Senate District 24), Kristin Marcell (State House District 178), and Martina White (State House District 170).

Senator Tracy Pennycuick (State Senate District 24)

A 26-year U.S. Army veteran who retired as a Lieutenant Colonel after three combat tours, Pennycuick serves as Chair of the Senate Communications & Technology Committee. She has led bipartisan efforts to combat AI-generated exploitation of children and authored legislation protecting families and veterans. After military service, she started a small business and served as Director of Veterans Affairs for Montgomery County.

Representative Kristin Marcell (State House District 178)

A Bucks County mom and former school board member who got her start fighting to save her local elementary school, Marcell is focused on delivering for local families, supporting strong schools, promoting economic growth, ensuring fiscal accountability, and keeping communities safe. Kristin knows firsthand that personal attacks and vitriol don’t solve our problems and that politics as usual doesn’t bring people together. Instead, she believes in working together and taking action to get results.

Texas

(February 26, 2026) — Today Lion Leadership Fund (LLF), a national 527 political organization dedicated to electing principled and pragmatic Republican public leaders at the state and local levels, announced its endorsement of Sarah Sagredo-Hammond for Texas House District 41. Learn more.

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Utah

(May 4, 2026) — Today Lion Leadership Fund (LLF), a national 527 political organization dedicated to electing principled and pragmatic Republican public leaders at the state and local levels, announced its endorsement of Jill Koford (State Senate District 5) and Tiara Auxier (State House District 4).

Representative Jill Koford (State Senate District 5)

A lifelong Weber County resident and current House member who flipped the only Democrat seat held outside Salt Lake County in 2024. With a Master of Teaching from USC and service on Natural Resources, Revenue and Taxation, and as Vice Chair of Higher Ed Appropriations, Koford has passed important water legislation and property tax transparency measures. She believes in small government, limited taxes, and individual liberty.

Representative Tiara Auxier (State House District 4)

Appointed in January 2025 and seeking her first election, Auxier brings fresh energy and perspective to representing her community in the Utah Legislature.
"These candidates understand that public service is about more than talking points – it's about showing up, doing the hard work, and delivering for the people who elected you," Iovino added. "We're proud to support leaders who embody those values."