Exclusive: Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is set to hold an Action Day this Saturday in a competitive Congressional district. House Republicans are finalizing strategies regarding Trump’s much-discussed “big, beautiful bill.”
AFP is collaborating with Arizona’s David Schweikert and Juan Ciscomani, Ashley Hinson from Iowa, Tom Barrett of Michigan, and Pennsylvania’s Ryan McKenzie, all in support of Trump’s 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA).
The plan encourages constituents in Arizona, Iowa, Michigan, and Pennsylvania to press their senators and representatives to amplify Trump’s tax cuts as a central aspect of this forthcoming legislation.
“Families and small businesses nationwide are counting on Congress to swiftly renew President Trump’s tax cuts,” stated AFP Managing Director Kent Stran in a Fox News Digital statement ahead of the Action Day.
Congressional Democrats are targeting numerous Republican-held seats for the 2026 midterm elections.
“As AFP activists rally this weekend with unmatched energy, we’ll push for tax policies that promote growth and shield the middle class from a potential tax hike,” Stran added.
Republicans aim to secure House seats held by 26 Democrats by mid-2026.
AFP plans to introduce the “Protect Prosperity” campaign, a $20 million initiative focused on tax cuts and preserving employment laws, representing one of the largest investments from outside groups.
Meanwhile, House Republicans are exploring alternatives to accommodate the 2017 tax cuts while extending Trump’s ambitious proposals, including reductions in tips, overtime, and Social Security taxes. A call to eliminate elements of Biden’s “Green New Deal” has been made as a way to offset budget cuts.
The House Energy and Commerce Committee recently deliberated on green energy budget cuts during extensive discussions on Capitol Hill.
In the backdrop, discussions have arisen about a possible tax increase, as Trump has suggested he’d be okay with a modest hike to fund his “big, beautiful bill.” Yet, House Republicans seem to have shifted away from this, as a recently released 400-page document from the House Ways and Means Committee did not propose any tax hikes.
With a potentially contentious election looming in 2026, it’s no surprise AFP is concentrating efforts on battleground districts in Arizona, Iowa, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.
Ciscomani clawed his way to victory in Arizona’s 6th District with a mere 50% of the vote in 2022, while Schweikert’s first congressional campaign was among the priciest, narrowly winning by less than 2% in both 2022 and 2024.
Hinson secured a more comfortable victory in Iowa’s Second Congressional District, but Democrat Kevin Tegau is already setting his sights on unseating her.
Both Barrett in Michigan and Mackenzie in Pennsylvania flipped previously Democratic-held seats to Republican in 2024, making them prime targets for Democrats in the upcoming elections.
