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. 

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. 

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 Jeff Hurd (CO-03) on Election Victory 

GRAND JUNCTION, CO – AFP Action congratulates Jeff Hurd on his election to Congress, representing Colorado’s 3rd congressional district. AFP Action endorsed Hurd 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 130,000 doors and made 90,000 phone calls throughout the district on behalf of Jeff Hurd. With AP calling the race when Hurd was ahead by about 11,000 votes, AFP Action grassroots helped solidify Hurd’s election.

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

“Tonight, Hurd’s message of combatting inflation and cost-of-living increases in Colorado resonated with voters. In Congress, Hurd will secure Colorado and the southern border with increased technology, infrastructure, and boots on the ground. Americans for Prosperity looks forward to working alongside him in 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. 

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) congratulates six endorsed candidates who won election and re-election to the New Mexico State Legislature. 

AFP Action supports the following candidates for their leadership and commitment to increasing opportunity for all New Mexicans: Gabriel Ramos (SD-28), Nicole Tobiassen (SD-21), State Rep. Jenifer Jones (HD-32), Nicole Chavez (HD-31), Rebecca Dow (HD-38), and Catherine Jeannette Cullen (HD-57). 

AFP Action Senior Advisor Sarah Hetemi released the following statement: 

“AFP Action congratulates these candidates on their election to the New Mexico State Legislature. These candidates will work to pursue policies that will increase economic opportunity and lower taxes for New Mexico families and businesses. In the legislature, they will fight to improve educational outcomes for our students, lower inflation in the Land of Enchantment, and impose sound fiscal policies that will help improve the lives of New Mexicans.” 

MISSOULA, MT – AFP Action congratulates Ryan Zinke on his re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing MT-01. 

Ryan Zinke is a trusted policy partner on economic issues benefiting Montana families and small businesses. He will fight to secure Montana and the southern border and defend against the cost-of-living crisis created by the Biden-Harris administration. As an advocate for responsible regulations, Zinke has supported legislation to enact a federal REINS Act and to eliminate onerous regulations for job creators.  

Upon the race call, AFP Action Senior Advisor and AFP-Montana State Director Jesse Ramos released the following statement: 

“AFP Action congratulates Rep. Ryan Zinke and his campaign on a resounding reelection. Throughout his time in public office, Zinke has been an advocate for responsible economic policy and bringing down the high inflation facing Montanans. AFP looks forward to continuing to work alongside Zinke 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. 

MISSOULA, MT – Tonight, AFP Action congratulates Tim Sheehy on a resounding victory and becoming Montana’s newest member of the U.S. Senate. AFP Action endorsed Sheehy in November of 2023.  

Throughout the election cycle, AFP Action made more than 1.8 million voter contacts – the most in chapter history – about the Senate race between Tim Sheehy and Jon Tester. This effort began back in November of 2023 and AFP Action’s grassroots army of staff and volunteers have been canvassing the state to educate voters on the contrast between career politician Jon Tester and businessman and veteran Tim Sheehy. 

Upon the race call, AFP Action Senior Advisor and AFP-Montana State Director Jesse Ramos released the following statement: 

“Tim Sheehy’s message of Montana values over Washington bureaucrats resonated with voters and AFP Action congratulates the Sheehy campaign on a hard-fought victory.  

“For too long, Jon Tester has sided with the most progressive in his party over Montana but tonight, Montanans rejected the career politician and voted instead to turn the page on nearly two decades of policies that have caused a cost-of-living crisis in the state. 

“AFP stands ready to work alongside Tim Sheehy in the Senate to bring down inflation and cost of living and reignite the American dream right here in Montana.” 

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. 

DES MOINES, IA – AFP Action congratulates Zach Nunn on his re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing IA-03. AFP Action endorsed Nunn back in June of 2023 and has been canvassing the district since. 

After the race call, AFP Action Senior Advisor and AFP-Iowa State Director Tyler Raygor issued a statement: 

“AFP Action is dedicated to electing principled leaders who will lower inflation and address Americans’ cost-of-living crisis. Congressman Nunn is a policy champion, and AFP looks forward to continuing to work alongside him in Congress. 

“Congressman Nunn has been a champion for Iowa values and families, putting partisan politics aside to stand up for the Hawkeye State. He has been working to lower inflation and get government out of the way of hardworking Iowans.” 

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. 

DES MOINES, IA – AFP Action congratulates Ashley Hinson on her re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing IA-02. 

Ashley Hinson is a trusted policy partner on issues benefiting Iowa families and small businesses. Hinson has been a champion of right-to-work policies and a consistent proponent of the REINS Act. She has been working to lower inflation and get the government out of the way of hardworking Iowans. 

After the race call, AFP Action Senior Advisor and AFP-Iowa State Director Tyler Raygor issued a statement: 

“AFP Action is dedicated to electing principled leaders who will lower inflation and address Americans’ cost-of-living crisis. Congresswoman Hinson is a proven fighter for Iowans in Congress and AFP looks forward to continuing to work alongside her.” 

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. 

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Tonight, AFP Action congratulates Jeff Crank on his election to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing CO-05. The organization endorsed Crank back in February of 2024 and has been canvassing the district on his behalf since. 

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

“Colorado is lucky to have a congressman like Jeff Crank and AFP Action congratulates him and his staff on a successful campaign. Jeff Crank will be a strong advocate against inflationary spending and has a track record of supporting Colorado taxpayers. AFP looks forward to working alongside the congressman-elect 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.