In July 2025, RFK Racing, co-owned by Brad Keselowski, experienced a significant leadership change as President Steve Newmark announced his departure to become the Executive Associate Athletic Director at the University of North Carolina. Newmark had been with the team since 2010 and was playing a pivotal role in its development and success. His exit left a leadership void at a critical juncture for the organization. This leadership void lasted for a while before an answer was finally delivered.
During the interim period, RFK Racing continued its operations with uncertainty. Keselowski and his team members, meanwhile, navigated the challenges of leadership transition. The absence of a permanent team president raised questions about the future direction and stability of the team. Keselowsk