RNC Announces 2026 Black Republican Trailblazer Award Winner

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Joe Gruters released the following statement announcing Mr. Henry Hatter as the recipient of the 2026 RNC Black Republican Trailblazer Award:

“I am proud to announce Mr. Henry Hatter as the recipient of the 2026 RNC Black Republican Trailblazer Award,” said Chairman Gruters. “For more than five decades, Henry has been a pillar of conservative leadership in Michigan, serving his community with integrity and unwavering principle. From education to industry to public service, his record reflects a lifelong commitment to faith, family, and freedom. His dedication to the country and the Republican Party exemplifies true leadership, and I hope his example inspires the next generation.”

Background:

• The RNC Trailblazer Award is presented to someone who displays an exceptional leadership record in the Republican Party.
• Mr. Henry Hatter is a distinguished public servant, environmental engineer, and longtime conservative leader whose five decades of service in education, industry, and civic life reflect an unwavering commitment to principled leadership, local initiative, and faithful service to community and country.
• Prior recipients of the Trailblazer Award include former HUD Secretary Dr. Ben Carson, South Carolina Senator Tim Scott, former Secretary of the Commonwealth of Virginia Kay Coles James, Congressman Byron Donalds, and current Texas State Representative Katrina Pierson.
• Click HERE to read Mr. Hatter’s full bio. 

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