Bailey says he’s ‘cautiously optimistic’ as votes are counted
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
Missouri Attorney Andrew Bailey thanked supporters for a well-run campaign as they waited for results to come in Tuesday night in Columbia.
Bailey's election watch party took place at the Holiday Inn in Columbia. He's seeking election to the position for the first time after being appointed by fellow Republican Mike Parson to replace Eric Schmitt.
Taking the podium, Bailey expressed his gratitude to those in attendance.
"It means something to me to have the kind of love and support coming from friends and family like the folks here in this room and across the state of Missouri. So thank you all so much. God bless you all," Bailey said.
Though official results are still pending, Bailey shared his optimism about the election, noting his recent interactions with members of former former president Donald Trump's campaign.
"I'll tell you that President Trump is over-performing in rural Georgia, and I think that's a good sign. I'll tell you we have recently been in touch with some members of the Trump campaign that are down in Moore with the President, and they were feeling cautiously optimistic," Bailey said.
Among the supporters at the event was Jefferson County Sheriff Dave Morshak, who praised Bailey’s impact on public safety in Missouri, particularly in St. Louis.
"It goes without saying he has made a significant impact on public safety in the St. Louis region. I mean, he's the person who got Kim Gardner in St. Louis; that was huge. We're now seeing crime from in the region as a result of his execution on that plan being in the police department," Morshak said.
According to Bailey, his focus remains on protecting children, securing restitution for consumers, and pursuing justice for victims in collaboration with local law enforcement.
