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A Montana judge is poised to block new Republican Party bylaws that could force elected officials—including the governor—to take loyalty oaths or risk losing party status, raising serious constitutional and democratic concerns. The rules, enacted in June, demand party allegiance and threaten membership revocation for dissent, even from those who’ve worked across the aisle. The judge questioned whether these private party rules override the state’s constitutional oath of office and could erode public trust by forcing officials to prioritize party loyalty over voter interests. After hearing testimony from precinct officers who could be stripped of public roles, the judge remains skeptical of the party’s claim that the case is hypothetical. Both sides now have two weeks to respond before a final ruling that could reshape how political parties and elected officials interact.

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