In a high-stakes power move that has left the political world reeling, the Republican National Committee (RNC) has issued a stark warning to New Hampshire: If they dare to move up the date of their first-in-the-nation presidential primary, the planned GOP presidential primary debate will be yanked from the Granite State!

For a century, New Hampshire has proudly held the first primary in the race for the White House. Now, this cherished tradition is under threat as the state contemplates leapfrogging Iowa caucuses and moving to the top of the party’s nominating calendar.

The RNC’s debate committee, in consultation with RNC chairwoman Ronna McDaniel, made this audacious decision during a conference call. The move was a stern response to the rival Democratic National Committee’s vote in early February to dramatically alter the top of its schedule for the 2024 election cycle, bumping Iowa and New Hampshire from their long-time leadoff positions.

New Hampshire has a nearly half-century-old law that mandates it hold the first presidential primary, a week ahead of any similar contest. But now, the state is considering holding its primary on Jan. 23, eight days after Iowa’s caucuses, which are scheduled for Jan. 15. This move would put New Hampshire in non-compliance with the Democrats but wouldn’t affect the GOP primary.

However, if Iowa Democrats decide to complement their traditional caucus with a mail-in component, it may make the Iowa Democratic caucuses too similar to a primary, violating New Hampshire’s law. New Hampshire Secretary of State Dave Scanlan warns this could trigger the Granite State to move up the primary date.

In response, the RNC has thrown down the gauntlet, warning New Hampshire that a jump to the top of the calendar ahead of Iowa would result in the state’s debate being pulled by the national party committee. This bombshell warning is not just a threat – it’s a political earthquake that could reshape the 2024 presidential nomination calendar!

With this audacious move, the RNC has made it clear: they won’t stand by and watch as states play fast and loose with tradition. The ball is now in New Hampshire’s court. Will they heed the warning or risk losing their prestigious debate? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: the stakes have never been higher!