Cameron tapped as CEO of 'anti woke' 1792 Exchange after Kentucky gubernatorial loss

Former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron has been appointed as the CEO of 1792 Exchange, a group aimed at countering the emergence of "woke ideology" within the corporate world. The move signifies Cameron's latest endeavors after his unsuccessful run for governor in the tightly contested 2023 elections. Cameron's new role will focus on opposing investments that take into account environmental, social, and governance factors, aligning with issues he previously worked on as attorney general. Despite his ties to key Republican figures and speculation of another political run, Cameron expressed eagerness to delve into his new position for the time being. He aims to prevent radical political agendas from using other people's money for growth.

1792 Exchange advocates for corporations to hold a neutral position on divisive, ideological matters. Nathan Estruth, the founder of the group, praised Cameron's appointment, lauding him as a suitable choice to safeguard freedom of exercise, speech, and enterprise.

Cameron's term as Kentucky Attorney General ended on Monday, with the guard changing to former federal prosecutor Russell Coleman. Cameron, who had the distinction of being Kentucky's first-ever Black attorney general, is known for his conservative views and his close association with Mitch McConnell and Donald Trump. Despite his unsuccessful run for governor, Cameron does not dismiss the possibility of another electoral run in the future.

During his tenure as Attorney General, Cameron actively challenged the Democratic policies implemented at both state and national levels. While he refused to post-mortem his unsuccessful governor’s campaign, Cameron appreciates the rewarding experiences from his political journey, expressing gratitude for serving as the Attorney General and representing the Republican party in the Kentucky governor's election.