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AFPI Responds to SCOTUS Ruling in Learning Resources v. Trump

Decision does not weaken case for strong America First trade policy.

Proposed PA Budget Expands Government at the Expense of Families

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Chair of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) Jondavid (JD) Longo shared his concerns in response to the proposed state budget and its impact on Pennsylvanian taxpayers: “This budget prioritizes government growth over the empowerment of Pennsylvania families,” said Longo. “A stronger path forward focuses on fiscal restraint, energy independence, and opportunity for workers and communities across the Commonwealth.”

How Steel Tariffs Protect American Jobs: Todd Leebow on Fixing the U.S. Steel Industry

Reducing Federal Civilian Workforce Will Save Taxpayer Money

Washington D.C.— Today, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) issued the following statement from Matthew Henderson, Interim Chief Government Affairs Officer, regarding the ongoing government shutdown as the Office of Management and Budget announces reduction-in-force plans: “President Trump promised to shrink government as part of a broader effort to make Washington work for the American people again—not for entrenched bureaucrats."

Shutdown Costs Americans Jobs, Services, and Economic Security

Washington D.C.— Today, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) issued the following statement regarding the ongoing government shutdown from Jill Homan, Deputy Director, Trade & Economy Policy, and Campaign Director: “Americans pay the price in a government shutdown. Every week during this shutdown, the U.S. economy loses an estimated $15 billion in GDP, and a monthlong shutdown leads to an additional 43,000 unemployed people during that time. That’s not just a number on paper — it means critical work isn’t getting done. From processing veterans’ benefits and small business loans to keeping court cases moving, every day the government stays closed means slower services, longer delays, and growing costs for taxpayers.