Florida GOP Official Apologizes After Hotel Incident

George Riley Jr., a Republican Party executive, expresses remorse following a destructive episode at a Florida hotel, citing struggles with alcoholism and mental health.

George Riley Jr., Florida GOP executive director, was reported missing after a weeklong disappearance during which he severely damaged a hotel room.
Riley was found by deputies at a different hotel, safe but under the influence, following his expulsion from the Hampton Inn for excessive drinking and room damage.
He depleted the hotel's alcohol store, necessitating a restock, and left the room in need of extensive cleaning due to vandalism and unsanitary conditions.
Riley has apologized for his actions, committed to paying for damages, and expressed intentions to seek help for his alcoholism and mental health issues.
His disappearance and subsequent behavior have added to the recent turmoil within the Florida Republican Party leadership.