Republican Party of Portage County, WI

10/21/2026

10/02/2026

ISRAELI HERO PLUMBER GETS SIGNED MAGA HAT: “HE LOVES TRUMP” 🇺🇸🇮🇱

The Israeli plumber who helped save a Flydubai flight is apparently a BIG Trump fan.

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee met with Yaniv Hayoun and his wife, Meital, at the U.S. Embassy and surprised him with a red MAGA hat signed by President Trump.

“Yaniv & Meital Hayoun inspired the world,” Huckabee wrote. “He loves & I’ll post his message to later.”

Yaniv is the plumber who rushed the cockpit, helped overpower the attacker and briefly grabbed the controls as the plane plunged before another pilot took over.

And Huckabee had a little fun with the couple, too.

He asked Meital who should play her husband if their unbelievable story ever becomes a movie.

Her answer?

“Tom Cruise.”

Then Huckabee asked Yaniv who should play his wife.

“The most beautiful woman in the world.”

😂 Heroic AND smart.

Now I want to hear the message Yaniv has for President Trump.

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09/24/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Jim Copenhaver, who was gravely wounded in the horrific shooting in Butler, Pennsylvania.

Jim endured unimaginable hardship with strength and perseverance.

We join his family and loved ones in mourning his loss and praying for them during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

09/24/2026

The Portage County Republican Party Office will also be open from 4-6pm on Thursday, Sep. 24th. Stop in to get your yard signs & merch! 🇺🇸🐘

09/18/2026

Our office hours starting Tues, Sep. 22 through Tues, Nov. 3 (1001 Brilowski Rd, Suite B, Stevens Point):

Tuesday - Friday = 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Tuesday - Friday = 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Saturday = 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

*NOTE: Hours are subject to change. Please call 715-544-0022 to confirm the office is open.