As 100+ Republicans threaten to leave the party, a Denver consultant explains why its not that easy A Denverite and former Republican campaign adviser says starting a third party is not very easy or effective as more than 100 GOP heavyweights threaten to part ways with the party. and last updated 2021-05-13 01:39:32-04 DENVER â More than 100 Republican heavyweights could part ways with the Grand Old Party on Thursday and create their own movement if conservatives don't ditch President Donald Trump and his influence over elections. The names of who signed the letter have not been released, but an excerpt from the letter was leaked to the New York Times stating, "When in our democratic republic, forces of conspiracy, division, and despotism arise, it is the patriotic duty of citizens to act collectively in defense of liberty and justice."