AFP Action on Control of the U.S. Senate: “2025 Starts Now.”

ARLINGTON, VA – As media reports now confirm majority control of the U.S. Senate will flip to the Republican Party, Americans for Prosperity President and CEO and AFP Action Senior Advisor Emily Seidel issued the following statement:

“2025 starts now. In a year in which policy decisions in Washington, D.C. could define a generation, we are glad that Americans will have the right voices in the U.S. Senate to provide the vision and leadership the country requires. We said from the beginning that this will be the most unpredictable election cycle in recent memory and prioritizing the U.S. Senate gave us our best opportunity to elect candidates who can prevent the very worst policy threats and offer a better alternative. That’s why we backed strong candidates who had the principles and backbone to win, to lead, and to solve the greatest challenges facing our country. 

“This is Americans for Prosperity (AFP) and AFP Action’s largest effort in our 20-year history. Our grassroots teams have been talking with voters for the past two years and have made more than 19.5 million total voter contacts. But our work is just beginning. While the election marks the end of operations for other groups, our sister organization AFP will continue to make their voices heard, helping to pass the public policy these candidates were elected to achieve. For those policymakers committed to championing policy solutions, they will have no stronger, more committed, or more effective ally than AFP. For those who forget that the American people expect principled public policy that helps improve their lives, AFP will be here to remind them.

“While majorities matter, they are never enough. We need to demonstrate every day why policies grounded in the core American principles of freedom and empowerment do far more to spread prosperity than top-down government control, no matter which party advocates it. The American people deserve policies that help improve their lives and AFP will never waver in our defense of core limited government principles and the freedom and opportunity that comes with them.” 

“Finally, we congratulate President-elect Trump and Vice President-elect Vance on their victory. Their administration will face serious and daunting challenges, but there will be opportunity to advance policy solutions to address them. Americans continue to struggle to afford gas and groceries, the country’s finances are unsustainable, and a significant majority of Americans believe our country is headed in the wrong direction. Just as we have always done, AFP stands ready to work towards solutions on these important problems. Americans made their voices heard; now is the time to deliver on the promise of a better future. The stakes could not be higher, and failure is not an option.”

AFP and AFP Action’s historic 2023-2024 election engagement by-the-numbers: 

Separately engaged in a staggering 647 races, 7 U.S. Senate races, including 6 critical pickup opportunities, and 44 U.S. House races.  

Overall AFP Action U.S. Senate and U.S. House outreach now stands at more than 12.4 million voters

  • More than 1 million doors in Pennsylvania 
  • 960,000+ doors in Ohio 
  • 680,000+ doors in Wisconsin  
  • 688,000+ doors in Montana 

Record-breaking U.S. Senate engagement efforts: 

  • MT: Total Voter Outreach = 1.8M  
  • NV: Total Voter Outreach = 1.2M  
  • OH: Total Voter Outreach = Over 2M   
  • PA: Total Voter Outreach = 2.4M  
  • WI: Total Voter Outreach = 1.4M   
  • MI: Total Voter Outreach = Over 500k   

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AFP Action Announces $1.25M Ad Buy Tying Casey to Pennsylvania Inflation 

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – Today, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) is calling out Bob Casey for his failure to address inflation in a new $1.25 million ad buy in the Keystone State. 

The ads are part of a major $5.75 ad buy targeting key Senate races in Montana, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. 

The Pennsylvania ads – Can’t Afford Casey and A Fresh Voice  tie Senator Bob Casey to the historic inflation facing Pennsylvania families and highlight David McCormick as a common-sense leader who can help reignite the Pennsylvania economy.   

 

 

AFP Action Senior Advisor Emily Greene released the following statement: 

“Pennsylvanians deserve better than career politician Bob Casey and his unwavering support for the Biden-Harris economic agenda. Casey has supported trillions of dollars in government spending directly responsible for the high inflation and rising costs burdening Pennsylvania families and businesses today.  

“Dave McCormick is the leader we need. He will work hard to rein in reckless spending, cut costly regulations, and unleash American energy to drive our economy forward. Pennsylvanians cannot afford another six years of Bob Casey. It’s time for a fresh voice to get the job done.” 

BACKGROUND: 

To date this cycle, AFP Action has reached out to more than 7.5 million voters — in more than 400 federal and state races across the country. In close races, one-on-one outreach can be the critical difference. AFP Action’s highly targeted layered approach of doors, phones, mail, and ads is proven to be the most effective way to engage and persuade key voters. Our grassroots teams will be out in full force as we head into the final stretch of the campaign in the Fall. 

AFP Action’s Latest $1.25M Ad Buy Highlights Real Wisconsin Voters Betrayed by Tammy Baldwin

Madison, WI – This week, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) highlights real Wisconsin voters suffering the severe consequences of Tammy Baldwin’s relentless support of radical spending policies in a $1.25 million ad buy airing across the Badger State.

“Tammy Baldwin spent a trillion dollars on the Inflation Reduction Act. It did not help us.” – Jackie B., Tigerton, WI

“When you need to fix the economy, you take it to a businessman. He understands what it takes to be successful” – Bobbie S., Sheboygan, WI 

The Wisconsin ads feature testimonials of real Wisconsin voters who feel betrayed by Tammy Baldwin’s support of radical spending policies directly responsible for high inflation and rising costs. These voters are calling for real change and share why they believe Eric Hovde is the problem-solving leader who can help reignite Wisconsin’s economy. 

 AFP Action Senior Advisor Megan Novak made the following statement:

“Career politician Tammy Baldwin continues to fail Wisconsinites. Her relentless support of reckless government spending and lockstep voting record with the Biden-Harris administration is directly responsible for the economic uncertainty, high inflation, and rising costs burdening Wisconsinites today.”

“Eric Hovde is the problem-solving leader that Wisconsinites need. As a businessman, he understands the issues and promises to cut spending, remove costly regulations, and unleash American energy independence. Hovde is committed to representing Wisconsin and determined to work hard to get our economy back on a path to prosperity.”

The ads are part of a major $5.75 million ad buy targeting key Senate races in Montana, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. 

BACKGROUND: 

To date this cycle, AFP Action has reached out to more than 7.5 million voters — in more than 400 federal and state races across the country. In close races, one-on-one outreach can be the critical difference. AFP Action’s highly targeted layered approach of doors, phones, mail, and ads is proven to be the most effective way to engage and persuade key voters. Our grassroots teams will be out in full force as we head into the final stretch of the campaign in the Fall. 

AFP Action Backs former Congressman Mike Rogers for U.S. Senate

Lansing, Michigan—Today Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) threw its support behind former Congressman Mike Rogers in his bid to serve as Michigan’s next Senator.

AFP Action endorsed Rogers for his commitment to lowering taxes, embracing energy abundance, and eliminating harmful regulations. If elected, Michiganders can look to him to oppose inflationary government spending and vote to secure the border that has been neglected by the current administration.

This endorsement rounds out AFP Action’s Senate “Firewall Strategy,” to prevent one-party progressive rule in Washington. 

After the announcement, AFP Action Senior Advisor Tim Golding issued the following statement:

“Michiganders are energized and motivated to send a policy champion like former Michigan Congressman Mike Rogers to the U.S. Senate. For years, Michigan’s Senators have prioritized special interests over the concerns of their constituents. 

“By backing Mike Rogers, AFP Action is backing transformative policy that can renew America’s economy and reignite the American Dream: from keeping taxes low, to embracing an all-of-the-above approach to domestic energy production, to securing the border and opposing inflationary government spending, Michiganders can rely on Rogers to voice their concerns and stand up for their families. Now more than ever, this is a chance to send a proven leader back to Washington and say “no” to the inflationary spending and overburdensome regulations backed by Elissa Slotkin and her entrenched allies.”

In addition to its 24/7 grassroots operation, AFP Action will support Rogers’ bid with its best-in-class data and digital capabilities, including an initial $1.7 million ad buy in the Great Lake State for the month of August.

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AFP Action Launches Million Dollar Ad Campaign Showing Why Eric Hovde is the Leader America Needs

Madison, WI – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) launched a new $1 million campaign across the Badger State showing why Eric Hovde is the candidate America needs to lead our country back in the right direction.

This campaign includes digital, online, and connected TV ads streaming statewide showing why Eric Hovde is the right candidate to solve the problems Washington’s career politicians have caused by lowering costs, growing jobs, and securing our borders to keep Americans safe. 

AFP Action announced its endorsement of Eric Hovde in February 2024. In early April, AFP Action launched its first ad campaign, a six-figure campaign supporting Hovde. In addition, our grassroots activists have been knocking doors since early April as part of AFP Action’s largest election engagement cycle to date.

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(15 second ad, 30 second ad)

AFP Action Senior Advisor Megan Novak released the following statement:

“Tammy Baldwin’s political record speaks for itself–nearly 40 years as a Washington insider who has voted in agreement with President Biden’s disastrous agenda 95% of the time. She’s nothing more than a rubber-stamp Democrat responsible for record high inflation, skyrocketing energy costs, and a crisis at our border. If she could have made a difference, she would have done it by now.  

“Eric Hovde is unquestionably the right choice this election, and the reasons are abundantly clear. With his background as a successful businessman and entrepreneur, he possesses the real-world experience and problem solving skills necessary to navigate our broken political system and fix what career politicians like Tammy Baldwin have broken. Hovde will fight for common sense solutions that lower costs, fight inflation, and drive down our national debt. He’ll work to get government out of the way and stand up for better policies that make life better for all Americans.”

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(15 second ad, 30 second ad)

AFP Action Congratulates Tim Sheehy on Primary Victory

MISSOULA, MT – Tonight, Montanans decided Tim Sheehy will be the Republican nominee to face off against career politician Jon Tester.
 
After the race was called, AFP Action Senior Advisor Jesse Ramos released the following statement:
 

“Montana agreed loud and clear tonight – Tim Sheehy is the best candidate to take on Jon Tester in the general election. Montanans are sick and tired of Tester’s empty promises and are ready to turn the page on decades of inaction.
 
“Tim Sheehy is a Montana patriot whose unwavering dedication to public service and commitment to Montana will make him the newest member of the US Senate come November. AFP Action congratulates Tim Sheehy on a resounding primary victory and intends to put the full weight of our grassroots army behind his candidacy.”

Americans for Prosperity Action Endorses Eric Hovde for U.S. Senate

MADISON, WI – Today, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) announced support for Eric Hovde’s bid for the U.S. Senate against incumbent Democrat Tammy Baldwin.

AFP Action is getting involved earlier than ever before in federal and state primaries to elect better candidates who are strong advocates for policies that will improve the lives of all Americans.

Megan Novak, AFP Action Senior Advisor, issued the following statement: 

“AFP Action is excited to back Eric Hovde, a candidate who will fight for economic freedom and policies that put our nation back on a path toward prosperity. As Americans struggle to make ends meet under Biden’s failing economy, career politicians like Tammy Baldwin and her support for runaway spending and inflationary policies are to blame. The economy is at the front of mind for voters this year and Eric Hovde is the leader Wisconsinites are looking for. One that puts Americans first, unleashes energy production, and fights for a more competitive economy that ensures opportunity for all.

“Wisconsinites cannot afford the Biden-Baldwin partnership any longer. That is why AFP Action is ready to put its full weight of grassroots capabilities behind Hovde, a candidate who can help lead our country forward and win.”

Background:

AFP Action has acquired the data from AFP conversations with more than 8 million people to bring new voters into the primary process and ensure we elect better candidates. Those insights will direct the activities of the largest grassroots operation in the country that are ready to knock on doors to bring voters to the polls and win support for Eric Hovde. AFP Action will also invest in extensive mail, digital, and connected-television campaigns to lay the foundation for grassroots advocates or reinforce conversations that have already taken place. 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.

NEW ADS: AFP Action Ads Urge Montanans to Turn the Page on Tester, Support Sheehy for U.S. Senate

MISSOULA, MT – Today, AFP Action released a new seven-figure spend ad campaign highlighting Jon Tester’s lockstep voting record with Joe Biden and his failure to stand up for Montanans. In contrast, additional AFP Action ads highlight Tim Sheehy as a political outsider who will fight to secure the southern border, battle inflation, and unleash American energy abundance.

Jon Tester has spent 18 years in the Senate – and now votes with President Biden 91% of the time, proving time and again he’ll choose his party bosses over Montanans. Among other failures for the state, Tester was the deciding vote to cancel the Keystone XL Pipeline in the Senate, costing the state countless well-paying jobs.

 The ads urge voters to move past Senator Tester, saying, “We must do better. Turn the page on Senator Jon Tester.”

View Ad HERE

Montanans are facing the greatest economic uncertainty since the great recession of 2008. Rising inflation has led to rising living costs, making life more and more unaffordable. Tester has spent nearly 20 years in the Senate and hasn’t delivered for Big Sky Country. In contrast, Sheehy is a decorated veteran and creator of thousands of jobs in the state. Montana deserves a senator as independent as the state – and a political outsider like Tim Sheehy is the best candidate to defeat Jon Tester this November.

View Ad HERE.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Jesse Ramos released the following statement:

“These ads signify AFP Action’s dedication to defeating Senator Tester this November – Tester has been a rubber stamp for his party bosses for too long. It’s time for Montana to turn the page on Tester like he’s turned his back on us time and again. Montana can’t afford six more years of the disastrous Tester-Biden agenda.

“That’s why AFP Action is backing conservative outsider Tim Sheehy for U.S. Senate. Sheehy will fight for Montana just like he fought or our country. His commitment to securing the border, combatting inflation, reining in spending, and tapping America’s limitless energy potential represents a new chapter for Montana and stands in stark contrast to the far-left progressive agenda that Tester has fully embraced.”

Americans for Prosperity Action Endorses Tim Sheehy for U.S. Senate 

BOZEMAN, MT – In its most significant effort to date, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) announced support for Tim Sheehy’s bid for the U.S. Senate against incumbent Democrat Jon Tester. 

AFP Action is getting involved earlier than ever before in federal and state primaries to elect better candidates who are strong advocates for policies that will improve the lives of all Americans. 

Jesse Ramos, AFP Action-Montana Senior Advisor, issued the following statement:  

“It’s time for Montana to rally around the candidate who can defeat Jon Tester next November: Tim Sheehy,” said Ramos. “Sheehy is a decorated veteran and Purple Heart recipient. Unlike Tester, Sheehy won’t be a rubber stamp for Biden. Instead, Sheehy will champion strong communities, educational freedom and fiscal responsibility to create a more prosperous Montana. We intend to put the full weight of AFP Action’s grassroots capabilities behind Sheehy and look forward to a new chapter of leadership in Montana and better future for all Americans in 2024.” 

BACKGROUND: 

To date this year, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has reached out to over 5 million potential Republican primary voters to understand what issues matter most to them and what they are looking for in candidates for state and federal office next year. 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. 

Americans for Prosperity Action Endorses U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts in First Wave of Endorsements in 2024 U.S. Senate Races 

LINCOLN, NE – In our most significant effort to date, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced its endorsement of U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts in the 2024 election.

AFP Action is getting involved earlier than ever before in federal and state primaries to elect better candidates who are strong advocates for policies that will improve the lives of all Americans.  

Nathan Nascimento, AFP Action Director issued the following statement:   

“Nebraskans have seen tremendous leadership from Ricketts from his time as Governor and during his first year in the U.S. Senate. AFP Action is proud to endorse him in his bid for re-election in the 2024 special election. He has worked hard to drive major economic progress reforms and will continue to be a fighting force for economic freedom and American energy abundance.

“Ricketts remains a strong voice for Nebraskans. We intend to put the full weight of AFP Action’s grassroots and capabilities behind him to ensure he is re-elected next November.”

BACKGROUND: 

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 find 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.