AFP Action Endorses Robyn Hattaway and Rep. Brian Hodgers

Tallahassee, FL – Today, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) endorsed Robyn Hattaway (HD-31) and Rep. Brian Hodgers (HD-32) for election to the Florida House of Representatives. Statewide primary elections will be held on August 18, 2026.

AFP Action Senior Advisor for Florida Skylar Zander released the following statement:

“Electing strong leaders to the Florida House of Representatives is essential. Both Hattaway and Hodgers will put our policies into action, championing school choice and workforce education, housing and insurance reform, and more. We look forward to mobilizing our grassroots network to back them.”

Background

Robyn Hattaway (HD-31) 

Hattaway, as a former port commissioner, would likely bring her budget oversight experience to the Florida House of Representatives. As shown by her creation of the Junior Port Ambassador Program, which introduces high school students to college and trade pathways, Hattaway would also be a vocal proponent of workforce education.  

Rep. Brian Hodgers (HD-32)

As a freshman legislator, Rep. Hodgers has already proven himself as a strong advocate on regulatory and education issues. As a real estate broker and insurance agent, Hodgers brings relevant experience on housing and insurance reform discussions. He also is a school choice advocate and supporter of parents’ rights in education.

New AFP Action Ad Highlights How Roy Cooper’s Policies Would Make Life More Expensive for North Carolinians 

RALEIGH, NC  – As first reported by Politico, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced a $6.3 million ad buy in six U.S. Senate battleground states, including North Carolina. The ads focus on cost-of-living policies, including how Roy Cooper’s energy policies as governor would have cost the average North Carolina family $434 more in electricity costs a year. In contrast, Michael Whatley will support policies that unleash American energy and in turn lower the cost of living.

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AFP Action senior advisor for North Carolina Tyler Voigt released the following statement:

“Roy Cooper will put his party’s progressive agenda over commonsense solutions to address cost-of-living issues that are hurting North Carolina families. As governor, he vetoed tax cuts that put more money back in the pockets of North Carolinians. Roy Cooper would be more of the status quo in Washington, putting his party’s agenda first. 

“Michael Whatley is tired of Washington’s gridlock and career politicians failing the people who elected them. Whatley has a plan to lower taxes, cut spending, and unleash American energy. Whatley will put North Carolina families first.”

View the ad here.

AFP Action Releases New Ad in North Carolina Focused on Cost of Living Concerns

RALEIGH, NC – Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) Action released a new ad, Fresh Ideas, which draws a contrast between Michael Whatley’s solutions as a political newcomer to address the current cost of living crisis and the progressive policies supported by career politician Roy Cooper.

The ad comes on the heels of a new memo from AFP Action senior advisor Emily Seidel and Executive Director Nathan Nascimento urging Republicans to focus on cost-of-living issues or risk losing the Senate. In the letter, they write that “…every campaign event should answer one question—what are you doing to lower the cost of living for working families?”

Thanks to AFP Action’s permanent on-the-ground infrastructure in North Carolina, the organization has been knocking voter doors for months to share with voters how Whatley plans to bring down prices on housing, groceries, energy, and childcare.

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AFP Action senior advisor for North Carolina Tyler Voigt released the following statement:

“We are just six months out from ending Roy Cooper’s 40-year political career. Cooper has shown time and time again that his progressive agenda comes first. He vetoed tax cuts and opposed the One Big Beautiful Bill which brought tax relief to North Carolina families. North Carolinians need fresh leadership, which is exactly what Michael Whatley will bring as the state’s next senator.”

View the ad here.

AFP Action Unveils New Ad Backing Mike Rogers for Senate

LANSING, MI – Today, Americans for Prosperity Action announced a six-figure ad buy that highlights how Mike Rogers would work to bring down costs and ensure that the American dream remains in reach for all Michigan families. The ad will run on digital and streaming platforms across the state.

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AFP Action senior advisor for Michigan Tim Golding released the following statement:
“Too many Americans today feel like the American dream is out of reach. Mike Rogers understands their concerns and would work to drive down costs by lowering taxes, cutting wasteful spending, and reducing costly regulations that drive up cost. While other candidates would put their progressive agenda first, Mike Rogers will put Michiganders first.”

View the announcement in Politico Playbook PM.