Recent News
ARLINGTON, VA— In a recent op-ed published in the DC Journal, Kent Strang, Managing Director of Americans for Prosperity, argues that expanding economic freedom and reducing government barriers is essential to restoring opportunity and prosperity in the United States. The piece makes the case that empowering individuals, rather than expanding bureaucracy, is the key to long-term […]
WASHINGTON, DC — This week, Americans for Prosperity state directors and leaders are meeting with Members of Congress in Washington to discuss key policy priorities and advance solutions that expand economic opportunity and long-term prosperity for all Americans. During the annual Capitol Conference, participants are engaging directly with lawmakers and staff on issues affecting family […]
ARLINGTON, VA— Americans for Prosperity applauds the additional commitments to transparency, accountability, and responsible immigration enforcement laid out by the White House in their recent letter to Congress. These measures reflect an important recognition that enforcing the law and protecting individual rights must go hand in hand. “Democrats in the Senate have put the safety […]
Arlington, VA — Americans for Prosperity (AFP) issued the following statement ahead of Wednesday’s expected vote in the U.S. House of Representatives on H.J.Res.139, a proposed constitutional balanced budget amendment. “Washington’s spending problem and broader dysfunction have placed an unsustainable burden on taxpayers and future generations,” said Kurt Couchman, Senior Policy Fellow at Americans for Prosperity. “This […]
ARLINGTON, VA — Americans for Prosperity CEO Emily Seidel released the following statement in response to tonight’s State of the Union Address: “This evening, President Trump outlined a number of significant accomplishments that have helped to change the trajectory of our country, slow inflation, and put more money in Americans’ pockets. We were proud to […]
ROME, GA – Americans for Prosperity-Georgia (AFP-GA) welcomed President Donald Trump to Georgia today as part of his administration’s efforts to highlight their work to lower costs for Georgia families, workers and businesses. AFP-GA State Director Tony West released the following statement: “The Trump administration is rightly focused on how they can make life better for […]
RICHMOND, VA- Americans for Prosperity Virginia (AFP-VA) is weighing in on the 2026 General Assembly midsession after crossover, with fair praise on bipartisan victories while expressing grave concern on the progressives pushes from factions in Richmond. AFP-VA Director Tim Parrish issued the following statement: “A core pillar of Americans for Prosperity’s vision is a Virginia where limited government, […]
Arlington, VA — Americans for Prosperity (AFP) today reiterated its longstanding opposition to government shutdowns, calling efforts to withhold funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) counterproductive, harmful, and irresponsible. A funding pause at DHS would do nothing to impact ICE operations, but it would harm FEMA, TSA, and other agency personnel who play […]
ATLANTA, GA – This week, Representative Scott Hilton introduced HB 1078, which, if enacted, would radically improve Georgia’s regulatory climate. Georgia currently ranks as the 26th most-regulated state among all 50 states. AFP-GA State Director Tony West released the following statement: “We are thankful for Representative Hilton for his leadership on this issue. HB 1078 […]
