Renee Olstead

Francesca Hong’s gubernatorial campaign hired Renee Olstead as deputy campaign manager for her Wisconsin state primary run. The campaign stated that Olstead is a licensed mental health clinician and has helped build the grassroots movement. However, conservative advocacy groups criticized her involvement, questioning if she is qualified to lead the state.

Renee Olstead is reportedly serving as deputy campaign manager for Francesca Hong’s gubernatorial campaign in Wisconsin. The Heartland Post reported that Olstead has coordinated logistics for high-profile surrogates, including Hasan Piker. Critics, such as Wisconsin Family Action, have challenged her involvement, questioning whether an active sex worker should lead a candidate's campaign.