AFP Holds 60+ Rallies Across the U.S. to Protect Prosperity and Renew the Trump Tax Cuts
ARLINGTON, VA— This week, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) state chapters held more than 60 “Protect Prosperity” Tax Day events as part of its ongoing national effort to renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). The focus of the events was to share a united message that Congress must extend the Trump Tax Cuts.
AFP is leading the largest conservative efforts across the country to support the Trump Tax Cuts. From California to New Hampshire; From Florida to Alaska, AFP activists supported tax cuts by hosting rallies on the streets and lawmaker’s offices; launched digital billboard trucks in key districts, knocked on voters’ doors, and called citizens on the phone to drive the need to extend tax cuts. This grassroots activity is bolstered by a 7 figure buy that includes digital ads, direct mail and connected TV. AFP’s unparalleled grassroots infrastructure is sending a message to both constituents and Congress was the same: the long-term growth of our economy and prosperity of millions of Americans is on the line – failure isn’t an option.
Here’s what it looked like on-the-ground …
In Colorado, AFP rallied outside of the office of Congressman Jeff Crank to show Coloradans’ support of the Trump tax cuts.
In Florida, AFP held an event with Congressman Brian Mast (FL-21) talking about the importance of renewing President Trump’s highly impactful Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA).
In Georgia, AFP showed up in force at Senator Jon Ossoff’s office to hold him accountable on the Tax Cuts and Job Act renewal vote.
Read more in PJ Media and Southeast Politics.
In Indiana, AFP held a protest outside Representative Frank Mrvan’s Office in response to his opposition to extending the pro-growth tax policies of the 2017 Trump tax cuts, as well as Tax Day events around the state.
In Louisiana, members of Congress supported AFP-LA’s push to renew Trump’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, aiming to stop tax hikes on families.
In a video, Senator Bill Cassidy shared a powerful message on keeping taxes low and balancing the budget.
In Missouri, AFP held a town hall event with Representative Bob Onder where he discussed how Missouri’s economy would suffer if the TCJA expires.
Watch Onder’s pull-aside interview with AFP Managing Director Kent Strang here.
In New Hampshire, AFP activists gathered for a protest outside Representative Chris Pappas’ Manchester district office urging their Congressman to change his mind on supporting renewal of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Read more in the Manchester Ink Link or hear AFP-NH Deputy Director Sarah Scott on WFEA’s Morning Update with Jeff Chidester.
In Ohio, AFP held four events around the state featuring nearly a dozen state representatives and former state representatives.
In South Dakota, AFP held an event with Senator Mike Rounds to discuss the urgent need to renew the 2017 Trump tax cuts and prevent a massive tax increase on SD families.
In Utah, AFP held a townhall event with Rep. Burgess Owens where he committed to voting to make the TCJA permanent and heard from constituents how the Trump tax cuts have made a difference in their everyday lives.
In Washington, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) held a Tax Day protest outside of Rep. Kim Schrier’s (WA-08) Issaquah District Office, urging the Congresswoman to change direction and support extending the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) to provide her constituents with much-needed relief.
Earlier this week, AFP also released a new round of testimonial ads featuring small business owners, families, and retirees expressing the benefits of the TCJA and their concern if it expires. In January, Americans for Prosperity launched a $20 million nationwide campaign calling on Congress to renew President Trump’s 2017 tax cuts. For more on why Congress should renew tax cuts, visit ProtectProsperity.com.
AFP continues to educate Americans on the importance of renewing the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, so they can keep more of their hard-earned money.
