Spring Forward: Election Results Are In As Barbant Administration Bids Farewell

ROCKFORD HILLS, LOS SANTOS (WZL) – The Spring 2025 Election concluded Sunday night with a roller coaster of a results party. Several prominent members from all 3 branches of San Andreas’ government were in attendance including the Brovernor Jeremy and Judge of the Summer 2024 Chief Justice Rajesh Gupta. State Representative James Hill showcased his incredible talent for public speaking as host of the event, reading off results as they were provided by the election commission and interviewing members of the audience.

The Governor race was tight in the beginning with the Kandinsky ticket taking the lead at first, but as more of the vote was counted the Tommy Merlin and his running mate, Nathan Windwalker, pulled ahead to a commanding lead, securing them a solid win. On the State Rep side, Parker Baker, Erica Exeter-Blue, and Maximilian von Karma beat out Delsin Locke and incumbent State Rep John Corranado for the 3 available seats in the legislature.

The Inauguration of the Governor, Lt Governor, and 13th Congress will take place on Sunday, June 22nd at 8PM ET, at the Vinewood Bowl. Weapons are NOT allowed at the inauguration event so please secure those items in your vehicles or leave them at home.

If you’re unable to attend in person you can watch the live broadcast on Weazel News.

As the election results and interviews concluded, outgoing Governor Jeremy Barbant and Lt. Governor Dr. Jax Hendrix issued a press release marking the end of the Barbant administration’s eight months in office. They emphasized a commitment to transparency, stability, and progress throughout their administration while expressing gratitude for the trust the people of San Andreas placed in them.

The Lieutenant Governor also took the time thank those who they worked alongside, including Wyatt McKenzie, Winifred Baker, and Eli Ambrosia, for their support. Offering advice to the incoming executive and legislative candidate elects Dr. Hendrix wrote, “It is not a task to take lightly, but one to embrace with the honor and reverence the office demands.” Even though their term is ending, the Barbant administration affirmed they remain committed to the future of our great State of San Andreas.

The text of the press release is copied below, along with a PDF attached as well for ease of reading:

Press Release:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 15th, 2025
From the Office of the Governor

CONTACT:
Governor Jeremy Barbant | 836 816-9487
Lt. Governor Dr. Jax Hendrix | 837 963-3246

Rockford Hills (City Hall) – After eight months of dedicated service, Br. Jeremy and I are preparing to conclude our tenure in the Executive. We are deeply grateful for the trust placed in us by the people of this great state. It has been a tremendous honor and an absolute joy to serve the people of San Andreas and collaborate with its department heads.

During our time in office, the Lighthouse Party remained steadfast in our commitment to stability, transparency, and meaningful progress. From establishing Día de los Muertos as a new state holiday to overhauling the structure of our standing committees, we have strived to fulfill our responsibilities to the highest standard.

As we prepare to transition out of our roles, it is with a mix of pride and bittersweet reflection that we pass this tremendous responsibility to Tommy Merlin and Nathan Windwalker. We wish you the very best on this journey. It is not a task to take lightly, but one to embrace with the honor and reverence the office demands.

Though our term is ending, we remain committed to the future of San Andreas — and will continue to support its growth and prosperity in new ways.

Last but not least to Wyatt McKenzie, Winifred Baker, and Eli Ambrosia, we would like to thank you three who have guided and supported us throughout these two terms, we would not be what we are without you.

With gratitude,
Dr Jax Hendix
Lt. Governor
On behalf of the Lighthouse Party

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