Americans for Prosperity Action Announces First Wave of Endorsements in 2024 House Races

Arlington, VA – As the first wave in its largest election cycle engagement ever, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced its support for five candidates in U.S. House races. AFP Action is getting involved earlier than ever before to elect better candidates who are strong advocates for policies that will improve the lives of all Americans.

With our first wave of announcements this week, AFP Action is supporting the following leaders to run for election in 2024: 

Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06)  

Young Kim (CA-40)  

Zach Nunn (IA-03) 

John James (MI-10) 

Yvette Herrell (NM-02) 

Nathan Nascimento, AFP Action Director, issued the following statement: 

“A key takeaway from the last 3 election cycles is that if we want better policies, we need better candidates that will lead our country forward. AFP Action is supporting these candidates because they are strong advocates for policies that will improve the lives of all Americans. We will bring the full force of our grassroots network and data capabilities to ensure they win in 2024.” 

To date this year, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has reached out to 1.4 million potential new primary Republican and swing voters in the states of AR, AZ, IA, MI, NC, NH, NV, OH, PA, SC, and TN to identify what issues matter most through door knocks and phone calls. AFP Action will acquire this data to bring new voters into the primary process and ensure that we elect better candidates.

In 2022, AFP and AFP Action engaged in 457 races, knocking on more than 7 million doors, delivering over 100 million pieces of mail, and reaching millions more voters through phone and email. 

Background on AFP Action Endorsements:

Representative Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06)

Representative Ciscomani is committed to expanding opportunities for Americans—from over regulation to energy and standing firm against the tax-and-spend status quo in Washington. Ciscomani is dedicated to limiting government expansion and interference, protecting taxpayers, and disrupting a spending process too often influenced by entrenched special interests.

Representative Young Kim (CA-40)

Representative Kim is emblematic of the American dream. Kim is committed to choosing principles over party politics and has proven there is a better way to govern than partisan gridlock. She is a champion for small business owners, health care workers, and hard working American families.

Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03)

Representative Nunn is a champion for smart fiscal policy that strengthens the labor market and grows our economy. Nunn is dedicated to getting our economy back on track, reducing regulatory barriers standing in the way of businesses and individuals, and unleashing American energy abundance.

Representative John James (MI-10)

Representative James is a policy champion fighting against the Biden Administration’s reckless agenda. James has challenged the status quo in Washington by voting against reckless spending, advocating for energy abundance, and fighting against government overreach.

Former Representative Yvette Herrell (NM-02)

Former Representative Herrell is a trusted partner fighting for economic opportunity. Herrell has opposed the out-of-control, wasteful spending that is driving inflation. She has proven herself to be a champion for limiting government overreach and has pledged to review and eliminate government red tape that stifles innovation, growth, and job creation.

Americans for Prosperity Action-Tennessee Applauds Appointment of Timothy Hill, Endorses Hill for House District 03 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Americans for Prosperity Action- Tennessee (AFP Action-TN) today congratulated former State Representative Timothy Hill on his appointment to represent Tennessee House District 03 and endorsed Hill for the Special Republican Primary Election to be held on June 22, 2023. 

AFP Action-TN Senior Advisor Tori Venable issued the following statement:

“We are excited to welcome Rep. Timothy Hill back to the State House. Hill is a proven constitutional conservative that is committed to fighting inflation and expanding economic opportunities for all Tennesseans.

“As a former State Rep., we trust that Hill will continue to champion solutions to lower tax burdens for a more prosperous Tennessee. On education, Hill believes in parents’ right to choose the best education for their child and will work to increase educational freedom. 

“We look forward to connecting with thousands of voters at the doors to encourage them to vote for the proven Constitutional conservative, Timothy Hill during this special Republican primary.”

AFP Action Congratulates Newly Elected, Re-Elected Texas State Lawmakers

AUSTIN, Texas – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP-Action) today congratulated the newly elected and re-elected state lawmakers who earned the support of the grassroots organization: Rep. Dustin Burrows (HD-83), Rep. John Lujan (HD-118), Rep. Andrew Murr (HD-53), Mano DeAyala (HD-133), Caroline Harris (HD-52), Carrie Isaac (HD-73), Janie Lopez (HD-37), Kronda Thimesch (HD-65), and Ellen Troxclair (HD-19).

The grassroots group made nearly 70,000 door knocks and phone calls on behalf of these candidates. These efforts were layered with direct-mail and digital advertisements.

AFP Action Advisor Sam Sheetz issued the following statement:

“Our activists congratulate these candidates on their respective victories. We’re proud to have played a role in supporting principled leaders committed to breaking down barriers to success by supporting strong fiscal policies to keep more money in Texans’ pockets, advancing commonsense health care solutions, and increasing educational opportunities for every student. We look forward to seeing these candidates institute positive policy reforms in the Texas legislature.”

Background:

Americans For Prosperity Action-Texas Endorses New Wave of State Legislative Candidates, 8/29/22

Americans for Prosperity Action Endorses Second Wave of Texas State Legislative Candidates, 2/07/22

AFP Action Announces First Wave of Texas State Legislative Candidate Endorsements, 1/21/22

AFP Action Congratulates Spartz on Election Victory

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today congratulates Rep. Victoria Spartz on her re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Josh Webb issued the following statement:

“We are excited to congratulate Rep. Victoria Spartz on her victory. She is committed to fighting against a wasteful government so our economy can grow and our families can prosper. We applaud the hard work of our activists and look forward to working with Spartz as she represents Hoosiers in Washington.”

Background:

AFP Action Endorses Victoria Spartz in Re-Election Bid, 9/16/2021

ABOUT AFP ACTION

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

During the 2022 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 2 million telephone calls, 5.5 million door knocks, and more than 69 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capability that is supported by a world-class data operation.