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AFPI Congratulates Dr. Heidi Overton on FDA Nomination
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) proudly congratulates organization alumna Dr. Heidi Overton on her nomination by President Trump to serve as the next commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Dr. Heidi Overton is a board-certified physician, was a general surgery resident at Johns Hopkins University, and served as a White House fellow from 2019 to 2020 in both the Office of American Innovation and the Domestic Policy Council.
America 250: Preserving Our Legacy, Protecting Our Future
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, an act that bore the greatest nation on Earth. Despite countless challenges over these years, our nation’s men and women rose up, united, and committed themselves to preserving this republic.
AFPI, Unleash Prosperity Host Prosperity 250 Summit Ahead of America’s 250th Birthday
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Our Founding Fathers sought to unleash the power of entrepreneurship and free enterprise so that Americans “who are possessed of the spirit of Commerce—who see and who will pursue their advantages, may achieve almost anything.” As we approach the semi quincentennial anniversary of the birth of this great Nation, the choice that confronts Americans of which economic path to follow could not be starker.
Obama’s Legacy: Feuding With The Founding Fathers
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, former President Barack Obama has once again invited Americans to dwell on the shortcomings of their inheritance rather than its greatness. Speaking at the gala opening of his presidential center in Chicago last week, Obama declared that the Founders “fell terribly short” of the lofty principles they proclaimed our great nation should embody.
AFPI Congratulates Robert Lighthizer and Mike Garcia on Appointments to the Defense Policy Board
WASHINGTON, D.C.— The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) proudly congratulates Robert Lighthizer, chair for American Trade at AFPI, and Mike Garcia, AFPI chairman of America First California on their appointments as chair and member, respectively, to the Defense Policy Board. Lighthizer has long championed policies that strengthen America’s economic and national security, while Garcia has been a leading voice for military readiness, American strength, and a strong national defense.
Obama’s Legacy: Feuding With The Founding Fathers
June 29, 2026 Originally published by the Daily Wire As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, former President Barack Obama has once again invited Americans to dwell on the shortcomings of their inheritance rather than its greatness. Speaking at the gala opening of his presidential center in Chicago last week, Obama declared that the Founders “fell terribly short” of the lofty principles they proclaimed our great nation should embody.
AFPI Celebrates Opening Day of the Great American State Fair
June 25, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, as the Great American State Fair begins on the National Mall, Americans are gathering to celebrate the best of our country during this historic 250th anniversary. This 16-day celebration will showcase the people, traditions, and ingenuity that make our country exceptional, while bringing families together in a setting that reflects the enduring strength of the American story.
Statement on Reconciliation
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) issued the following statement ahead of Congress’s vote on the reconciliation bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS): “Forcing Americans to endure yet another unnecessary government funding fight while threatening their safety and security is a slap in the face to taxpayers and a dereliction of duty.
AFPI Denounces the U.S. Senate’s Failure to Protect Our Elections and Our Republic
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, the America First Policy Institute’s CEO and President Greg Sindelar, made the following statement after the U.S. Senate’s latest failure to advance the SAVE America Act, which is a disappointing setback in restoring integrity to our federal elections: "Voter ID is a quintessential 80:20 issue and yet the Senate failed to pull this off despite President Trump’s consistent and resilient leadership.
President Trump’s Working Families Tax Cuts Deliver Massive Savings—New AFPI Tax Calculator Shows Exactly How Much Families Are Getting Back
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, D.C.—Millions of Americans are realizing the substantial relief thanks to President Trump and America First leaders in Congress passing the Working Families Tax Cuts (WFTC). Now, there is an easy way to see just how much money is put back in people’s pockets. The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has launched a new, user-friendly, first-of-its-kind online tax calculator that lets families instantly see the savings from the WFTC.
Promises Made, Promises Kept: The Return of an America First Future
When presidents stand before a joint session of Congress, they like to declare that “The state of our union is strong.” President Donald Trump can say those words and mean them. Millions of Americans agree. Thirteen months ago, the border was open to anyone willing to cross it, including criminals, cartel operatives, and nearly 300,000 unaccompanied children, thousands who are now considered unaccounted for.
Quickly Confirm Nominees Stephen Miran and E.J. Antoni
Today, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) released statements from Greg Sindelar, Interim President and CEO, supporting President Trump’s nominees Stephen Miran to the Board of Governors for the Federal Reserve and E.J. Antoni for Commissioner of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics as candidates who will help bring back affordability for families across America.
President Trump’s New Rescissions Package to End Waste Fraud, and Abuse of Taxpayer Money
Today, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) issued the following statement from Greg Sindelar, Interim President and CEO, regarding President Trump's new $4.9 billion pocket rescissions package: "We are glad to see this decisive action by the Trump Administration that aims to save taxpayers nearly $5 billion by rescinding wasteful foreign aid and woke international organization funding that violates America First priorities.
AFPI Experts Applaud SCOTUS Decision Empowering Parents and Students, Not Federal Bureaucrats
Washington D.C.— Today, in a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court levied a major win for the U.S. Department of Education, led by America First Policy Institute (AFPI) alumna Secretary Linda McMahon. “Under President Trump, the Department of Education and Secretary McMahon will rightly return as much power as possible to where it belongs: states, local schools, and parents,” said AFPI Chair for Education Opportunity Erika Donalds.
Fight, Fight, Fight: One Year After the Assassination Attempt in Butler, PA
Washington D.C.— One year ago today, President Trump narrowly evaded an assassination attempt that could have changed the future of western civilization. After years of escalating rhetoric meant to demean and disparage the America First movement and President Trump’s leadership, the hatred pushed by his opponents and the mainstream media exploded—and President Trump nearly lost his life as a result.
America’s Golden Age Has Begun: AFPI Celebrates Passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill
July 3, 2025 Washington D.C.— Today, President Donald J. Trump, Speaker Mike Johnson, Leader John Thune, and America First allies in Congress delivered a historic win for the American people: the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. After four years of wide-open borders, rampant inflation, runaway spending, and stifling overregulation, American taxpayers and businesses finally have a clear path forward toward common sense, fiscal sanity, and certainty.
Conservative Lawmakers Must Unite on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Washington D.C.— The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) released the following statement from Greg Sindelar, interim President and CEO concerning the Senate version of the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act: "The Senate version of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will help usher in the Golden Age of affordability as promised by President Trump. Unity between Senate and House conservatives is vital to advancing this bill.
AFPI Appoints Oliver McPherson-Smith as Vice Chair for Energy & Environment
Washington D.C.—Today, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is pleased to announce the return of Oliver McPherson-Smith, PhD as Vice Chair for Energy & Environment. McPherson-Smith previously served as the Director for Energy & Environment at AFPI, before serving in the Trump Administration as Deputy Assistant to the President for Energy Dominance and as the inaugural Executive Director of the National Energy Dominance Council at the White House.
AFPI Announces New Foreign Policy Initiative, Names Ambassador Carla Sands as Chair
Washington D.C.—The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is pleased to announce the creation of the new Foreign Policy Initiative, with Ambassador Carla Sands leading the effort as chair. In her new role, Ambassador Sands will spearhead AFPI’s commitment to advancing America First principles abroad while strengthening the United States’ diplomatic, trade, and security partnerships.
Statement Concerning the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Washington, D.C. – The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) released the following statement from interim President and CEO Greg Sindelar concerning the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: “President Trump, Speaker Johnson, and America First members of congress have been working relentlessly on the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act for years. If enacted, this bill would include the largest mandatory savings of any bill in the history of congress.
AFPI NAMES HIGHER ED EXPERT DR. MICHAEL SHIRES AS VICE CHAIR OF EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY
Washington D.C.—Today, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) named Dr. Michael Shires as Vice Chair of Education Opportunity, adding significant higher education expertise to the growing bench of policy leaders at AFPI. Dr. Shires recently guided the launch of one of America’s newest universities, the University of Austin (UATX), a world-class institution dedicated to the relentless pursuit of truth, academic excellence, and freedom of speech.
Trump Must Immediately Build On Texas' Successful Border Work
The hard lessons Texas learned at its border have led to the creation of the largest state effort in national security in our nation’s history. Now is not the time to forgo that effort. Since the launch of Operation Lone Star, Texas has made significant and historic strides in asserting state sovereignty and fighting for the nation’s security. The effort has led to more than 49,000 criminal arrests, with more than 42,200 felony charges.
An ineffective border czar
The dizzying ascent of Vice President Kamala Harris — from the most extreme leftist in the U.S. Senate to vice president to presidential nominee (and, for all we know, de facto president) — has little precedent in American history. There are a lot of firsts in her resume, for better and worse. But for those of us in Texas, one matters more than the others: She is the first White House border czar to contend for the presidency. kA 4=2DDlQAdQmw6C6 :? %6I2D[ H6 =:G6 H:E9 w2CC:D’D 3@C56C — 2?5 :E :D[ :?
Kamala Harris was our border czar. In Texas, we saw what that means
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The dizzying ascent of Vice President Kamala Harris, from the most extreme leftist in the U.S. Senate, to also-ran 2020 presidential candidate, to vice president of the United States, to presumptive 2024 presidential nominee, and — for all we know — de facto president of the United States in the accelerating dotage of President Joe Biden, has little precedent in American history.
MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Troy E. Nehls in The Hill: Venezuela won’t take its criminals back. So why does Biden keep taking them?
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Troy E. Nehls (TX-22) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) authored an op-ed for The Hill with Greg Sindelar, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF), regarding Venezuela’s refusal to take back their criminals and outlines the steps President Joe Biden should take to end the entrance of illegal aliens, specifically Venezuelans. The Hill By Rep. Troy E.
Venezuela won’t take its criminals back. So why does Biden keep taking them?
Laken, a 22-year-old nursing student at Georgia’s Augusta University, had a bright future ahead of her. Then her life was horrifically cut short last month by a Venezuelan national, who shouldn’t have been in the U.S. to begin with. Laken was simply collateral damage in the Biden administration’s deadly political calculus. Laken’s alleged murderer, Jose Antonio Ibarra, unlawfully entered the U.S. near El Paso, Texas, in September 2022. He should have been stopped and removed.
The simple reform Congress can make to move millions from welfare to work Original
Congress has a chance to help millions of Americans move from welfare to work while fixing one of the country’s most broken federal programs. Lawmakers are preparing to reauthorize the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, which controls the vast and failed federal workforce-development system.
Congress should free states to fix welfare. One state proves it can be done
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Our home states of Texas and Louisiana have a simple request of Congress: Let us follow Utah’s lead. For nearly 25 years, Utah has integrated federal workforce development and safety net programs, with an innovative model that quickly moves people from welfare to work. Yet Congress bans other states from taking this road, leading to more people on welfare and workforce programs that don’t help people get better jobs.
Congress should free states to fix welfare. One state proves it can be done Original
Video NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! For nearly 25 years, Utah has integrated federal workforce development and safety net programs, with an innovative model that quickly moves people from welfare to work. Yet Congress bans other states from taking this road, leading to more people on welfare and workforce programs that don’t help people get better jobs. Texas and Louisiana have a simple request of Congress: Let us follow Utah’s lead.
It's every town: Texas communities are being ravaged by fentanyl
OPINION: Last year in Carrollton, Texas, a few doses of fentanyl supplied by an 18-year-old distributor resulted in 14 overdoses among juveniles — and four deaths. But fentanyl is an Everytown problem, and it’s only going to get worse until the southern U.S. border is secure. More than five Texans die each day, on average, of fentanyl overdoses. This is a public health crisis that touches every corner of Texas.
Texas has moved the conversation about illegal immigration to New York City
OPINION: There’s no doubting New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ liberal bona fides; he once denounced a political opponent for not defending Black supremacist Louis Farrakhan vociferously enough. So when Mr. Adams says that open borders and a constant flow of illegal immigrants mean that “the city we knew, we’re about to lose,” we know that a fundamental shift has taken place. Texas Gov.
The Feds Just Messed With Texas — And Sided With Mexico
As Washington, D.C., refuses to defend Texas, and even sides with Texas’ foreign antagonists over a buoy barrier meant to prevent illegal immigration, it brings to mind when Rome abandoned Britain. In the violence and decay of late antiquity, with the Dark Ages rushing in alongside the barbarian armies, the far-flung peoples and provinces of Rome turned to the empire for help.
The Feds Just Messed With Texas Over Buoys — And Sided With Cartel-Driven
We support our Publishers and Content Creators. You can view this story on their website by CLICKING HERE. As Washington, D.C., refuses to defend Texas, and even sides with Texas’ foreign antagonists over a buoy barrier meant to prevent illegal immigration, it brings to mind when Rome abandoned Britain. In the violence and decay of late antiquity, with the Dark Ages rushing in alongside the barbarian armies, the far-flung peoples and provinces of Rome turned to the empire for help.
ESG IS A SCAM! Don't Let Texas A&M Go Woke
OPINION: Not many years before Texas A&M University was founded by the Legislature in 1871, then-U.S. Sen. Sam Houston remarked, “I will say, without vaunting, that Texas has yet to learn submission to any oppression, come from whatever source it may.” But what if Texas imports its oppression—on purpose? That’s what environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies amount to; they’re also an assault on our founding principles of free markets, free enterprise and free inquiry.
SINDELAR: Abbott’s Invasion Declaration Is The Legal Response To Biden’s Border Crisis
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s public declaration of invasion at the Texas-Mexico border is a step in the right direction — for both Texas and the nation. The governor has rooted his assessment and consequent orders to Texas military and law enforcement in the United States Constitution’s Article I, Section 10.
'Diversity' isn't America's strength; character is
'Diversity, equity and inclusion' is a Trojan horse for neo-Marxist ideology Follow Us Search Search Keyword: Front Page Podcast Commentary Latest Cartoon Question of the Day What will Congress look like after Tuesday's midterm elections?
'Scarface' for a new millennium: Is Venezuela sending its criminals to the U.S.?
OPINION: If the plot sounds familiar, it is. In Brian De Palma’s 1983 film “Scarface,” Cuba’s Fidel Castro emptied his prisons and mental institutions and sent his former prisoners and inmates to the U.S. as part of the Mariel boatlift. Not surprisingly, crime skyrocketed in Miami, where a tent city was hastily erected. The refugees included serial killer Francisco del Junco and mass murderer Julio González, who killed 87 people in an arson attack on a nightclub. It’s happening again.
Don't fall for left-wing elites when it comes to academic tenure
Since Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced in February that he was going to reevaluate tenure, which prevents most college professors from being fired, the left-wing faculty elites at Texas academic institutions have gone ballistic.
SMITH And SINDELAR: Believe It Or Not, There Was A Time When America Came Together On Immigration
By any measure, 1996 was a remarkable year. Both parties came together in Washington and passed sweeping reforms on two contentious issues — welfare and immigration. President Bill Clinton, governing as a “Third Way” centrist, signed both bills and in his State of the Union that year, he declared “the era of big government is over.” His statement was too optimistic, it seems.
Texas academic institutions need to change
Since Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced in February that he was going to reevaluate tenure — which prevents most college professors from being fired — the left-wing faculty elites at Texas academic institutions have gone ballistic. Lt. Gov.
Opinion: Texas academic institutions need to change
In their response, the Texas academics dishonestly portrayed CRT as merely teaching about the history of slavery and about racism in America today—but of course, that teaching is already taking place. There has never been any objection to discussing every aspect of Texas history, from the war for independence, secession and Civil War, the violence of Reconstruction, the KKK and the civil rights struggles. In fact, teaching all these topics and more is required in Texas schools.
Retaking the Moral High Ground on Immigration
(AP Photo/Susan Montoya Bryan) By Greg Sindelar April 22, 2022 (AP Photo/Susan Montoya Bryan) HIDALGO—From the actual high ground — from the bluffs overlooking the Rio Grande River — it’s hard to see how any of this makes sense. President Joe Biden’s inaction and inept policies on the southern U.S. border only increase the human carnage and suffering wrought by the Mexican drug cartels. This isn’t compassion; it’s complicity.
Roy Exum: Yes, Blame High Gas Prices On Biden
The liberal headline read “Don’t Blame Gas Prices on Joe Biden And Democratic Energy Policy” but in the words of experts, that’s hardly the truth. Greg Sindelar is the CEO of the Texas Public Policy Foundation and he doesn’t blink when he says emphatically, “Biden can only blame himself.”Sindelar claims gasoline was selling for around $2.20 per gallon when Biden was elected and today it is well over $4.
Biden can only blame himself for high gas prices Original
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! By the time this is published the average gas price in Texas will have likely set a new record high. At the time of writing, it was just seven cents off the old record and had risen 60 cents from the previous week. President Joe Biden is looking for every excuse to ignore the powers he has but refuses to use to help bring prices down. "Can’t do much right now," he told reporters.
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