Americans for Prosperity Action Florida Celebrates Special Election Victories

Statewide, FL—Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) backed candidates Jimmy Patronis (FL-01), State Rep. Debbie Mayfield (SD-19), and Nathan Boyles (HD-03) each saw overwhelming success following today’s special elections. This cycle, AFP Action FL has surpassed 340,000 points of overall voter outreach through phone calls, door knocking, and mail, educating voters on the candidates with the help of its grassroots army.  

AFP Action FL Senior Advisor, Skylar Zander, issued the following statement:

“From Tallahassee to Washington, Floridians decided that principled leaders such as Jimmy Patronis, Debbie Mayfield, and Nathan Boyles are the best positioned to carry out a mission of pro-growth policies on their behalf. AFP Action FL is thrilled that each candidate we stood behind found victory tonight, and believes Reps. Mayfield and Boyles will have continued success in their general elections. We look forward to the reforms each of these leaders will make in office—from housing and regulation improvements on the state level to renewing the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act federally, Florida is positioned for success with each of these victories.”

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Americans for Prosperity Action Florida Announces New State Legislative Endorsements   

Statewide, FL—Today, Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) announced its endorsement of State Rep. Debbie Mayfield for SD-19 and Nathan Boyles for HD-03. The announcement follows AFP Action FL’s backing of Jimmy Patronis for FL-01, who recently won his primary race and takes on the general election April 1st.  

AFP Action FL Senior Advisor, Skylar Zander, issued the following statement: 

“Our team is excited to support Nathan Boyles and Rep. Debbie Mayfield, two principled leaders who will continue to make Florida’s legislature impactful for all of our residents. Grassroots is our superpower at AFP Action and in Florida, we’re putting our efforts in the areas where we can be the most effective to ensure Floridians are represented by individuals who will tackle unnecessary regulations, spending and taxes, housing attainability, insurance reform, and other top issues.”  

New Endorsed Candidates 

State Rep. Debbie Mayfield (SD-19) 

In the Florida House, Rep. Mayfield has been instrumental on issues such as Certificate of Need (CON) reform which allows for a personal option in health care and combats health care monopiles. In the Senate, Rep. Mayfield will continue to take on burdensome regulations and occupational licensing rules to make Florida’s workforce freer and a better place for businesses to invest.  

Nathan Boyles (HD-03) 

Boyles will bring his knowledge as a business owner and county commissioner to the Statehouse and fight for fewer regulations, spending reform, and other issues that impact Florida’s businesses. His background gives him a unique perspective on how to be an ally for pro-growth policies and limit government waste.

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Americans for Prosperity Action Florida Congratulates Jimmy Patronis on Primary Victory for Florida’s First Congressional District

Pensacola, FL—Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) congratulates former Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis on his primary victory Tuesday night leaving him one step closer to serving constituents in Florida’s first congressional district. 

Leading up to the competitive primary election, AFP Action FL put the weight of its grassroots base behind Patronis through door knocking, digital ads, and mailers. Overall, AFP Action FL was able to educate more than 35,000 voters about Patronis’ record as a fiscal conservative and proven leader for Floridians.  

AFP Action FL Senior Advisor, Skylar Zander, made the following statement: 

“Tonight, we are thrilled to see Jimmy win the primary and move on to the general election. Once he is elected we know Jimmy will fight to get our economy back on track. As a fiscal conservative who stands for pro-growth policies, we know the top issues impacting Floridian families will be prioritized by Jimmy through empowering solutions. Our team reached countless voters, even through unprecedented snow, and we’re ready to get out again leading up to the general election!”  

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Americans for Prosperity Action Florida Announces Endorsement of Jimmy Patronis for FL-01  

Pensacola, FL—Today, Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) announced its first endorsement of 2025 with its backing of Jimmy Patronis for U.S. Congressional District 01.  

Leading up to the January 28th primary for this special election, AFP Action FL will utilize its vast grassroots base, digital advertising, and mail to educate and mobilize voters in support of Patronis just as the organization did for 54 successful candidates in the previous cycle. 

AFP Action FL Senior Advisor, Skylar Zander, made the following statement: 

“In the aftermath of Bidenomics, Washington needs fiscally conservative leaders like Jimmy who have the experience and knowledge to oversee our economic growth and help get our economy back on track. Just as he helped manage Florida’s economy as CFO, AFP Action is confident that Jimmy will stand for pro-growth policies in Congress while protecting the prosperity of Americans through lower personal and business taxes, opposing the overreach of Environmental, Social, and Governance standards, and expanding health care among other top issues. We’re thrilled to support Jimmy and look forward to deploying our grassroots team on his behalf.”

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AFP Action Congratulates Successful Candidates in Arizona State Legislative Races

Phoenix, Arizona—After the Arizona Secretary of State certified Arizona’s election results, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) congratulated its victorious candidates on successful runs for the state legislature. 

Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen, as well as incumbent State Senators J.D. Mesnard (LD-13), T.J. Shope (LD-16), Tim Dunn (LD-25), and Frank Carroll (LD-28) won reelection. Carine Werner also won her race and will represent Arizona’s 4th senate district. 

State Representatives Matt Gress (LD-04), Teresa Martinez (LD-16), Michele Peña (LD-23) also won reelection. Non-incumbents Jeff Weninger, Chris Lopez won their races and will go on to represent the 13th and 16th legislative districts, respectively. 

AFP Action Senior Advisor Stephen Shadegg issued the following statement after the races were called: 

“Arizona has made significant progress in recent years when it comes to making the Copper State more attractive to entrepreneurs and families. With these policy champions, Arizona is sure to continue on its upward trajectory.” 

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AFP Action Congratulates Nick Begich (AK-AL) on Election to Congress

ANCHORAGE, AK – AFP Action congratulates Nick Begich on his election to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Alaska. AFP-Action endorsed Begich in September and canvassed the state through election day.  

Nick Begich is the leader who will stand up for Alaskans in Congress, fight to bring down the cost of living, and champion Alaska’s energy industry. AFP Action grassroots staff and volunteers have been laser-focused on this race and have knocked on nearly 45,000 doors in support of Begich. 

Upon the race call, AFP Action Senior Advisor and AFP-Alaska State Director Bethany Marcum released the following statement:  

“AFP Action congratulates Nick Begich and his campaign on his election to Congress. Nick Begich will be a strong voice for the Last Frontier and will showcase Alaska values in Congress.  

“AFP looks forward to working alongside Begich next Congress.”  

Background:

This has been a record-breaking year as AFP and AFP Action separately engaged in a staggering 647 races, including 7 critical U.S. Senate races and 44 U.S. House races. AFP and AFP Action’s grassroots army across the country reached out to more than 19.5 million voters – AFP and AFP Action’s largest effort in our 20-year history. AFP Action’s engagement in federal races is critical as we get back to promoting candidates who will advance good policy in Washington and AFP and AFP Action’s engagement in state legislative races continues their commitment to championing policy solutions and limited government principles that empower states across the country. 

AFP Action Congratulates Endorsed Illinois State Legislative Candidates on Election Victories

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) congratulates 9 endorsed candidates who won election and re-election to the Illinois State Legislature. 

Chris Balkema (SD-53), State Rep. Amy Grant (HD-47), State Rep. Martin McLaughlin (HD-52),  State Rep. Jackie Haas (HD-79), State Rep. Nicole La Ha (HD-82), Regan Deering (HD-88),  State Rep. Brandun Schweizer (HD-104), State Rep. Amy Elik (HD-111) and State Rep. Kevin Schmidt (HD-114) each garnered the endorsement of AFP Action for their leadership and desire to tackle the high inflation and property taxes facing Illinoisans. 

As part of the largest grassroots network in the country, AFP Action and our grassroots volunteers and staff have knocked on thousands of doors in support of these principled candidates. 

AFP Action Senior Advisor and Americans for Prosperity State Director Jason Heffley released the following statement: 

“AFP Action congratulates these candidates on their election to the Illinois State Legislature. This slate of soon-to-be lawmakers will focus on bringing down high property taxes and the high cost of living facing Illinois families. AFP looks forward to working alongside them in the legislature.” 

Background:

This has been a record-breaking year as AFP and AFP Action separately engaged in a staggering 647 races, including 7 critical U.S. Senate races and 44 U.S. House races. AFP and AFP Action’s grassroots army across the country reached out to more than 19.5 million voters – AFP and AFP Action’s largest effort in our 20-year history. AFP Action’s engagement in federal races is critical as we get back to promoting candidates who will advance good policy in Washington and AFP and AFP Action’s engagement in state legislative races continues their commitment to championing policy solutions and limited government principles that empower states across the country. 

AFP Action Congratulates Schweikert (AZ-01), Ciscomani (AZ-06) on Winning Reelection 

Phoenix, Arizona—Today, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) congratulated Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-01) and Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) on winning reelection. 

After the races were called, AFP Action Senior Advisor and AFP State Director Stephen Shadegg issued the following statement: 

“Thanks to the hard work of our activists and volunteers, Arizonans in the First and Sixth districts have real champions representing them in the House of Representatives. Schweikert and Ciscomani have been reliable and principled voices for limited government, fiscal responsibility, and border security—the kind of solutions-oriented policy we need to get the country back on track.  

“AFP also congratulates both Representatives on winning their races and looks forward to working with them in the next Congress.” 

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AFP Action Congratulates Gabe Evans (CO-08) on Election to Congress

DENVER, CO – AFP Action congratulates Gabe Evans on his election to Congress, representing CO-08. AFP Action endorsed Evans back in February and has been engaged in grassroots efforts in the district since. 

As part of the largest grassroots network in the country, AFP Action and our grassroots volunteers and staff have knocked on more than 189,000 doors throughout the district on behalf of Evans. 

AFP Action Senior Advisor and AFP-Colorado State Director Jesse Mallory released the following statement: 

“Gabe Evans will put partisan politics aside to work to secure the border and bring down the cost-of-living crisis facing Coloradan families. AFP congratulates Gabe Evans and his campaign on a hard-fought victory and look forward to working alongside him in the next Congress.” 

Background:

This has been a record-breaking year as AFP and AFP Action separately engaged in a staggering 647 races, including 7 critical U.S. Senate races and 44 U.S. House races. AFP and AFP Action’s grassroots army across the country reached out to more than 19.5 million voters – AFP and AFP Action’s largest effort in our 20-year history. AFP Action’s engagement in federal races is critical as we get back to promoting candidates who will advance good policy in Washington and AFP and AFP Action’s engagement in state legislative races continues their commitment to championing policy solutions and limited government principles that empower states across the country. 

AFP Action Congratulates Dan Newhouse (WA-04) on Election Victory

Yakima, WA – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) congratulates U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse on his successful reelection campaign to represent Washington’s fourth congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. 

AFP Action Senior Advisor and AFP Regional State Director Heather Andrews issued the following statement: 

“AFP Action is proud to congratulate Rep. Newhouse on his reelection to represent WA-04 in Congress. Newhouse is a committed leader who has worked hard to combat Washington’s wasteful spending and radical agenda that’s made life hard for Washington state.  

“Rep. Newhouse is the leader the Evergreen State deserves, and he will continue representing their best interests in our nation’s capital. AFP looks forward to our continued work alongside Rep. Newhouse and his team to advance good policies that promote freedom and prosperity for all Americans.” 

This has been a record-breaking year as AFP and AFP Action separately engaged in a staggering 647 races, including 7 critical U.S. Senate races and 44 U.S. House races. AFP and AFP Action’s grassroots army across the country reached out to more than 19.5 million voters – AFP and AFP Action’s largest effort in our 20-year history. AFP Action’s engagement in federal races is critical as we get back to promoting candidates who will advance good policy in Washington and AFP and AFP Action’s engagement in state legislative races continues their commitment to championing policy solutions and limited government principles that empower states across the country.