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artemisia1

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1. This is special. A response from the Republican Party:
Mon Feb 16, 2026, 01:53 PM
Monday
Wednesday afternoon, the Wasatch County Republican Party Executive Committee issued a statement regarding the allegations against Johnson.

"The safety and well-being of children are of paramount importance to our party and our community. We are deeply concerned and troubled by the nature of the allegations brought forward by the Heber City Police Department. The Wasatch County GOP Executive Committee met in an emergency session. In accordance with our bylaws, Vice Chair Patty Sprunt will temporarily assume leadership to ensure the party continues its work for the residents of the county without interruption.

The Republican Party stands for the protection of the vulnerable and the upholding of the law," according to their statement. "Thus far, the public has not seen any evidence in this case. We encourage the community to refrain from judgment until the facts and evidence have been presented.

The Utah Democratic Party also issued a prepared statement calling for accountability if the allegations are proven.

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