The chapter’s key priorities include:

  • Opposing Harmful Offshore Wind Projects: Fighting to protect New Jersey’s coastline, economy, and communities from foreign-owned wind farms that threaten local industries and natural resources.
  • Economic Freedom: Cutting taxes and reducing regulations to empower families and small businesses.
  • Good Governance: Increasing transparency to eliminate corruption in state government.
  • Strengthening Public Safety and Education: Advancing policies that support law enforcement, secure communities, and give parents a stronger voice in their children’s education.

Team

Michael John Donohue

Chair of AFPI-New Jersey

Matthew T. Rooney

Executive Director of AFPI-New Jersey

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Statement | 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:

Statement | March 11, 2026

AFPI-NJ: Sherrill Budget Adds Billions Despite $3B Deficit Warning

Trenton, NJ—The America First Policy Institute–New Jersey (AFPI-NJ) issued the following statement in response to Governor Mikie Sherrill's first budget address:
Statement | February 11, 2026

New Jersey Empowers Dangerous Criminals with New ICE Ban
News Release | January 30, 2026

AFPI Governors’ Council Applauds Secretaries McMahon and Bessent for Expanding Education Freedom

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) Governors’ Council is proud to opt in to the federal education freedom tax credit scholarship. Yesterday, the council sent a letter of appreciation to Secretaries McMahon and Bessent for their support of this groundbreaking program.
News | January 14, 2026

AFPI Statement on New Jersey Sanctuary Bills and the Cost of Illegal Immigration

Trenton, NJ—The America First Policy Institute–New Jersey (AFPI-NJ) condemns the newly enacted state sanctuary policies and urges the advancement of policies that protect taxpayers and preserve the rule of law. Matthew T. Rooney, Executive Director of AFPI–New Jersey, issued the following statement in response to the recently passed legislation and a report detailing the fiscal impact of illegal immigration on New Jersey taxpayers:

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