Fred Lacker

NEWS 28 - New Shire Comptroller and former New Shire Lt. Governor Fred Lacker is seeking to defeat incumbent Governor Lynn Rodgers during the 2026 New Shire Gubernatorial Election. He is the first Nationalist gubernatorial candidate that has tried to defeat an incumbent of their own party. He says he will launch his calendar for his campaign stops in a couple of months.

Lacker served as the 24th Lt. Governor Of New Shire from February 2022 until May 10, 2022. He was selected by then-New Shire Governor Thomas Cooke to replace embattled Lt. Governor Micheal Wendtz. He served for only three months and chose not to run on the Cooke ticket during the 2022 election.

Lacker ran and successfully won the office of New Shire State's comptroller during the 2024 New Shire Comptroller election in April 2024. Lacker had previously expressed his interest in potentially running for Governor Of New Shire, but hadn't publicly announced a run previously. He is set to meet with donors to help fund and support his campaign and push him to the top of the ticket, while simultaneously work to boot an incumbent governor from his own party out of power.

"I am announcing my bid to defeat incumbent Lynn Rodgers during next year's state election," said Comptroller Fred Lacker. "We must continue to provide the people of the state with the laws and policies that matter most to them. Under Lynn Rodgers, our state has seen so much undue and unnecessary inflation, under the Rodgers administration and she has only been in office under a year. She promised to push for lower taxes, but under her, taxes increased 6%. She promised to protect New Shirens from high interest rates. Grocery costs have gradually gone up from under the Cooke Administration, something she promised to lower. Our state needs real effective change, and to do that, someone who has experience with an economic plan needs to be Governor. Lynn Rodgers continues to focus on mute policies, instead of working to lower costs for New Shirens, and increasing energy production within the State. Elect someone who knows what they are doing."

The 2026 New Shire Gubernatorial Election will be held on April 10, 2026, in a little more than a year. It gives Rodgers a chance to work towards these issues, but it also gives Lacker the chance to point out her faults. Since assuming office, Rodgers has been an avid outspoken critic of anti-LGBTQ rhetoric of President Laylin, so she continues to focus on fighting the Laylin administration, pushing back on unlawful bans on LGBTQ books in schools. She is seeking reelection and has vowed to continue fighting the Laylin administrations' policies on the trans community.

RUFUS - Former New Shire Lt. Governor and current New Shire comptroller Fred Lacker has announced that he is seeking the New Shire governorship, hoping to defeat incumbent Lynn Rodgers during the 2026 New Shire Gubernatorial Election.

Lacker served as the 24th Lt. Governor Of New Shire from February 2022 until May 10, 2022. He was selected by then-New Shire Governor Thomas Cooke to replace embattled Lt. Governor Micheal Wendtz. He served for only three months and chose not to run on the Cooke ticket during the 2022 election.

Lacker ran and successfully won the office of New Shire State's comptroller during the 2024 New Shire Comptroller election in April 2024. Lacker had previously expressed his interest in potentially running for Governor Of New Shire, but hadn't publicly announced a run previously. He is set to meet with donors to help fund and support his campaign and push him to the top of the ticket, while simultaneously work to boot an incumbent governor from his own party out of power.

"I am announcing my bid to defeat incumbent Lynn Rodgers during next year's state election," said Comptroller Fred Lacker. "We must continue to provide the people of the state with the laws and policies that matter most to them. Under Lynn Rodgers, our state has seen so much undue and unnecessary inflation, under the Rodgers administration and she has only been in office under a year. She promised to push for lower taxes, but under her, taxes increased 6%. She promised to protect New Shirens from high interest rates. Grocery costs have gradually gone up from under the Cooke Administration, something she promised to lower. Our state needs real effective change, and to do that, someone who has experience with an economic plan needs to be Governor. Lynn Rodgers continues to focus on mute policies, instead of working to lower costs for New Shirens, and increasing energy production within the State. Elect someone who knows what they are doing."

The 2026 New Shire Gubernatorial Election will be held on April 10, 2026, in a little more than a year. It gives Rodgers a chance to work towards these issues, but it also gives Lacker the chance to point out her faults. Since assuming office, Rodgers has been an avid outspoken critic of anti-LGBTQ rhetoric of President Laylin, so she continues to focus on fighting the Laylin administration, pushing back on unlawful bans on LGBTQ books in schools. She is seeking reelection and has vowed to continue fighting the Laylin administrations' policies on the trans community.

NEWS 28 - New Shire Lt. Governor Micheal Wendtz is preparing to leave office in May, but his time may be even shorter as he prepares to enter hospice care. The Lt. Governor was in good spirits as he announced that he could potentially leave the Lt. Governor's Office sometime around April, instead of May. Some say he may leave the office sooner if he does choose to leave his office.

"Cancer is a rough thing. It makes you make hard decisions, it makes your family struggle," said Wendtz. "I'm 74 and lived a good life. My life was dedicated to public service. The memories made will last a eternity, and the family and friends I've made along the way make that struggle easier."

The Lt. Governor replaced Fred Lacker as the Lt. Governor to New Shire Governor Thomas Cooke after Lacker decided not to seek reelection as the State's 24th Lt. Governor.

RUFUS - Former New Shire Lieutenant Governor Fred Lacker is currently seeking election to serve as the 46th Comptroller of New Shire after failing to be elected against incumbent Sharon Smith during the 2022 Comptroller Elections.

According to the Sharon Smith's office, she is choosing not to seek reelection to the office, opening up to office for the Former New Shire Lt. Governor. Lacker is educated in investing, and monetary asset reporting. He launched his campaign early this morning and is expected to debate other candidates by September.

"My time as the Lt. Governor Of New Shire and my previous bids were a blueprint for the kick start of my political career," said Lacker, now 23. "I know we need some funding accountability and Smith has failed to deliver on that promise she made in 2020, to reduce state spending and properly keep records of the financial reports, which is a lie. She continues to falsify records."

RUFUS - Former New Shire Lt. Governor Fred Lacker, announced recently announced that he was seeking election to the New Shire Board Of Ethics in 2024, and says that he plans to change the way Government does business.

Lacker served as the 24th Lt. Governor Of New Shire from February 24, 2022, until May 10, 2022. During that time, he was able to establish himself within the Nationalist Party. During his short tenure as New Shire's Lt. Governor, Lacker worked to push out corrupt politicians from power, and ensure ethical treatment of government employees, as well as extreme ethical standards, were maintained during their tenures and terms.

"I am pleased to announce that I will seek to succeed Angela Markle as the New Shire States Board Of Ethics Director in 2024. My experience in Government has enabled me to ensure full and fair operations of government, businesses, and employers," said Lacker. "We need to ensure all New Shirens are being treated fairly, and to ensure that unethical behavior is thwarted."

Lacker has been fairly quiet since leaving office back in May, but he said that was due to him writing several books, holding speaking events as well as planning his run for Director of the Ethics Board in the state. While the Ethics Director is elected, if a vacancy occurs, the Governor is able to appoint someone and then that nominee is required to be confirmed by the State's Senate.

If elected, Lacker will be the youngest person to run the New Shire State Board Of Ethics and will also be the second former Lt. Governor Of New Shire to hold that office, following Evan Stanton, who served from 2000 - 2004 as the Director of the Board Of Ethics.

RUFUS - The New Shire State Comptrollers Race is already getting close, and we look forward to harsh battle between Incumbent Comptroller Sharon Smith and former Lt. Governor Fred Lacker.

During the 2022 Campaign, both candidates will need to prove their financial understanding and understanding on balancing a budget. Smith could use Lacker's inexperience as a tatic to disway voters from putting him in office.

As Lacker is only 21 years old, he has a Masters in Business and Financial Administration, the only candidate to have such a degree could also put him at a greater and higher place in the campaign.

Smith only became Comptroller through the Resignation of Dan Somers, and she came into the office unsure of the policies of the State's Comptroller's office. This election cycle will be quite interesting to watch and voters should watch this campaign trail as it decides who will have control of our money and physical assets.

RUFUS - Former Lt. Governor Fred Lacker on Friday announced his bid to run for the State's Comptroller. He announced Thursday his initial plan to run but decided to solidify his run for the office in November 2022.

"I have the knowledge of the job, plus the State deserves someone who is willing to invest back into the State by creating a safer, more secure Treasury for everyone." said Lacker. "We will work to restore low prices on everyday products."

The State Of New Shire has seen an increase in prices as Sharon Smith has served as the State's Comptroller. She is also seeking election to another term.

Elections will be held on November 13, 2022. The Comptroller will be sworn in on January 10, 2023.

RUFUS - Governor Thomas Cooke was cleared to return to work as the State's Governor following being off the job after being shot by Andrew Hunterson, a 22 year with a history of mental illness. He is scheduled to make his first public address at the Governor's Mansion on Monday.

"I am back to work, and ready get back to fighting for the rights, safety and education of all New Shirens" said Governor Cooke. "We will continue to progress towards our end goal of statewide school safety. We will also work to progress and advance school safety technology."

The Governor is set to be inaugurated as scheduled at the Governor's mansion on the 10th. He will have his authority restored effectively immediately. Lt. Governor Fred Lacker will return to his sole role as the State's Lt. Governor.

The Governor is back to working hard for all New Shirens.

RUFUS - Governor Cooke's Shooter, 22 year old Andrew Hunterson has finally been sentenced to 50 years for shooting the Governor on April 27. The jury convicted Mr. Hunterson yesterday evening. They deliberated until early this morning, and they found Mr. Hunterson guilty of Attempted Murder On A Government Official.

"We the jury find Andrew Hunterson guilty of attempted murder on a Government Official. We also find him guilty of attempted murder in the first degree." according to a court report.

The State Of New Shire's 9th District Court accepting the jury's decision and the defense isn't seeking to appeal the decision of the court at this time.

Governor Cooke is expected to make a full recovery and will return to work on Friday. He will assume to role of Governor again on Friday. Acting Governor Fred Lacker will return to his role as Lt. Governor as well.

RUFUS - Early this morning, Acting Governor Of New Shire, Fred Lacker authorized the State Legislature to immediately begin planning a bill that would require a division of the State Police to be assigned Governor Detail, which would include escorting the Governor whilst he visits different areas of the State, as well as at Government Buildings, Offices, and the Executive Mansion.

"If this proposal was introduced decades earlier, this could have prevented the shooting that occurred on April 27." said Acting Governor Lacker.

Governor Thomas Cooke is the only official to have the authority to sign the bill into action, even thought Fred Lacker is acting Governor. He is not the sworn Governor, thus it limits his statutory authority.

RUFUS - Lt. Governor Fred Lacker made history today, becoming New Shire's youngest Governor. The 21 Year Old will also become the first person to become acting Governor of New Shire.

"Governor Thomas Cooke is not currently acting in his capacity as Governor following a shooting that critically injured the him." said Acting Governor Fred Lacker. "As the details unfold, we will continue to update you all on his condition."

Lt. Governor has become the youngest person to hold the office of Governor Of New Shire. He will serve in this capacity until Governor Cooke can return to work, according to a statement made by the Governor's Office.

RUFUS - Governor Thomas Cooke was shot after attending an conference in downtown North Point. He was rushed the E. North Point Medical Center. He is in critical condition. The New Shire State Police have arrested the man suspected. As of now he is cooperating with the State Police. His name will not be released until his court date.

An investigation into the shooter's motives is currently under investigation. Lt. Governor Fred Lacker will take over as Acting Governor until Governor Thomas Cooke is released from the hospital and is able to return to work.

"Governor Cooke is in our prayers as he recovers from his injuries. We pray for his quick and speedy recovery." said Lt. Governor Fred Lacker.

RUFUS - Governor Thomas Cooke, just moments ago, announced that Fred Lacker would not be working for a full term in office. Governor Cooke announced that Lacker's decided against running for a second term.

"My decision to not seek reelection alongside Gov. Cooke comes as merely a personal decision. I was never expecting to become the State's Lt. Governor." said Lt. Governor Lacker.

Governor Cook has yet to announce who would succeed Lacker as the State's Lt. Governor. Gov. Cooke told us he would announce his Lt. Governor when he selected one.

Governor Cooke has been working to create a safer, better and healthier New Shire. In this process, he has worked alongside three Lt. Governors. Firstly, he selected Gretchen Bershaw as his original Lt. Governor. She was killed in a shooting on January 30, 2022.

Secondly, he worked alongside Lt. Governor Gary Rodgers who resigned on February 23, 2022, amid Sexual Assault allegations. He worked for about 20 days before he resigned. Mr. Rodgers is facing prison time if found guilty of sexually assaulting 10 women while in office.

On February 24, 2022, Governor Cooke appointed Fred Lacker to the position to become the 24th Governor Of New Shire. He is currently carrying out Bershaw's and Rodgers' terms, which ends on March 15, 2022.

Many voters want to know why now, out of any time, that New Shire's Leadership is falling apart. We want to clear up the rumors that may be, sent around the internet.

No, Governor Cooke is not a terrible Governor. He is also not a pedophile. Gov. Cooke was just not given the best circumstances. Remember, Lt. Governor Bershaw was shot and killed. He also didn't ask for his second in command to be a pedophile either. That is why there have been so many Lt. Governors.

The consistent change in Lt. Governors does not dictate the quality of leadership that New Shire's Government has. It is merely circumstantial.

RUFUS - Governor Cooke has recently selected a replacement Lt. Governor. Lacker was freshly graduated from Yale's Business School and grew up in Samson, New Shire.

Lacker will serve as Acting Lt. Governor until election day 2022. While hoping to win, many voters fear that he will lose election due to his office's failure to address or be aware of the Sexual Misconduct that Lt. Governor Rodgers was allowed to continue to commit.

Lacker is 21 years old and graduated from Roberto High School in 2013.