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April 18, 2026
Privatize the TSA to Avoid the Next Airport Mess
Millions of Americans pass through airport security every day — but following numerous DHS shutdowns, travelers increasingly face longer lines, staffing shortages, and uncertain security protocols. These realities raise a fundamental question: Is there a more resilient model of airport security that would benefit American travelers?
Statement
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April 17, 2026
AFPI Applauds New Mexico Supreme Court Decision Upholding Otero County Agreement
Washington, D.C.—The America First Policy Institute (AFPI)’s Executive Director of New Mexico, Vince Torres, released the following statement regarding the New Mexico Supreme Court’s unanimous decision to uphold Otero County’s agreement with federal immigration authorities to operate an Immigrant and Customs Enforcement detention facility.
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March 26, 2026
AFPI-NJ Condemns New Sanctuary Policies That Undermine Law Enforcement
Trenton, NJ— The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) issued the following statement from Michael J. Donohue, Chair of AFPI New Jersey (AFPI-NJ), in response to Governor Mikie Sherrill signing three Sanctuary Statehood bills into law that benefit criminal illegal aliens while putting law enforcement officers in danger:
Commentary
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March 24, 2026
The Supreme Court is Set to Open New Front in Immigration Battle
As some states fight over immigration enforcement, the Supreme Court is set to tackle fundamental questions of citizenship on another front. In April, the Court will hear arguments in a case challenging President Trump’s executive order that reinterprets conventional application of birthright citizenship.
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March 24, 2026
Senseless Murder of Virginia Mother by Illegal Alien Exposes Immigration Failures
Richmond, VA—On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, Ashley Hayek, Executive Vice President at the America First Policy Institute (AFPI), along with other leaders and members of the community, attended a press conference in front of the Virginia Governor's office regarding the brutal murder of Stephanie Nicole Minter, a beloved mother, daughter, and sister. She was murdered by an illegal alien.
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