BURLINGAME, Calif.—A dispute over same-sex marriage led to a heated argument on a shuttle bus following the California GOP Spring Training, as reported in a complaint filed by Pastor Gary Cass with the San Diego GOP.
According to Mr. Cass’s complaint, the incident occurred on May 19 when he was verbally attacked by an individual he later identified as Jordan Gascon, the outgoing executive director of the San Diego County GOP. Gascon allegedly used profanity and threatened Mr. Cass, calling him a “[expletive] bigot” and warning that he would not be a delegate to the party again.
Another delegate, Shaun Frederickson, corroborated Mr. Cass’s account and provided evidence of the altercation. The confrontation stemmed from Mr. Cass’s opposition to Assembly Constitutional Amendment 5, which aims to repeal Proposition 8 and redefine marriage in California.
Despite Mr. Cass’s objections, the state GOP convention voted to remain neutral on ACA 5. Following the decision, Gascon continued to berate Mr. Cass, leading to further tension between the two individuals.
Gascon’s resignation as the executive director of the San Diego County GOP was announced shortly after the incident, with plans to join the office of Republican Jordan Marks. However, concerns have been raised about Gascon’s behavior and whether he should be allowed to assume his new role.
Mr. Cass formally lodged a complaint against Gascon with the San Diego Republican Party, although responses from party officials have been elusive. The controversy at the convention highlighted the ongoing debate within the GOP regarding LGBTQ rights and the party’s stance on social issues.
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