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Open Letter to Congress: Don’t Bring Back Earmarks
Dear Members of Congress: In 2011, your body spoke with a clear voice against the culture of waste and abuse endemic to Washington by passing a ban on the scandal-ridden earmark process. Earmarks can feasibly increase the upward pressure on members of Congress to spend more to get their own pet projects approved. Even though […]
Club for Growth on Bringing Back Earmarks
Washington, DC – Today, Club for Growth President David McIntosh offered the following statement upon news of House Republicans’ interest in bringing back earmarks: “If Republicans bring back earmarks, then it virtually guarantees that they will lose the House, stated Club for Growth President David McIntosh. “Bringing back earmarks is the antithesis of draining […]
Heading into 2018…
Only a few days into 2018 and we’re already off to a roaring start. This week the Dow reached and surpassed the historic mark of 25,000, but that’s only the beginning of good financial news. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also reached record highs. Below we’ve compiled several highlights that demonstrate just how solid the […]
Ohio Senate Update: Mandel withdraws due to family health issues
Club for Growth PAC-endorsed candidate Josh Mandel announced he would be withdrawing his candidacy for U.S. Senate. His announcement came in conjunction with news that Josh’s wife, Ilana, has a health issue that will require his time and attention. As Josh explained in his statement, ‘Understanding and dealing with this health issue is more important […]
Key Vote Alert – “NO” on Fake Disaster Relief Bill (HR 4667)
KEY VOTE ALERT “NO” on Fake Disaster Relief Bill (HR 4667) The Club for Growth opposes the fake $81 billion “disaster” relief bill (HR 4667) and we urge all members of Congress to vote NO on it. A vote is expected this week in both chambers. The vote will be included in the Club’s 2017 […]
Club for Growth PAC Endorses Rick Saccone for Congress
Washington, DC – Today, the Club for Growth PAC announced its endorsement of Rick Saccone for the U.S. House of Representatives. Saccone is running for the open seat vacated earlier this year by Tim Murphy (PA-18). “Club for Growth PAC is proud to endorse Rick Saccone in his run for Congress,” stated Club for Growth […]
Club for Growth’s Statement on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
Club for Growth’s Statement on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Washington, DC – Today, Club for Growth President David McIntosh offered the following statement ahead of votes in the House and Senate on H.R. 1, “The Tax Cuts and Jobs” Act: “Club for Growth congratulates members of the House and Senate conference committee for […]
CFG Action Tennessee Launches Ad Exposing the “Fincher that Taxed Christmas”
Today, CFG Action Tennessee unveiled a new digital ad, the “Fincher that Taxed Christmas,” targeting Stephen Fincher and his liberal voting record. The ad will run statewide in Tennessee for the duration of this week. To watch the CFG Action Tennessee’s digital ad, entitled the “Fincher that Taxed Christmas,” click here. The text of the […]
Key Vote Alert – “YES” on Conference Report to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (HR 1)
KEY VOTE ALERT “YES” on the Conference Report to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (HR 1) The Club for Growth supports the conference report to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (HR 1) and we urge all members of Congress to vote YES on it. A vote is expected in the next few days. […]
Club for Growth PAC Endorses Chip Roy for Congress
Washington, DC – Today, the Club for Growth PAC announced its endorsement of Chip Roy for the U.S. House of Representatives. Chip Roy is running for the open seat currently held by Rep. Lamar Smith (TX-21), who is retiring from office. “Club for Growth PAC is excited to announce our endorsement of Chip Roy for […]
Club for Growth on Sen. Rounds’ Opposition to Trump Nominee Scott Garrett
Washington, DC – Today, Club for Growth President David McIntosh issued the following statement after reports that Senator Mike Rounds intends to vote against Scott Garrett, President Trump’s nominee to lead the Ex-Im Bank: “South Dakotans deserve better than a politician who opposes President Trump and his nominees,” explained Club for Growth President David McIntosh. […]
Club for Growth Sends Letter to Tax Conferees
Washington, DC – Today, Club for Growth President David McIntosh sent a letter to Majority Leader McConnell, House Speaker Ryan, and members of the tax conference committee. An excerpt of the letter is below. The letter can be read in its entirety here. “As conference discussions begin, Club for Growth wants to ensure that […]
Club for Growth Applauds Senate Passage of Tax Reform; Calls on House to Pass Senate Bill
Washington, DC – Today, Club for Growth President David McIntosh issued the following statement upon the Senate’s passage of tax reform: “Congratulations to the Senate for passing the “Tax Cuts and Jobs” Act. We particularly are grateful for the hard work of conservative champions who fought tirelessly to incorporate pro-growth policies in the legislation making the list of conservative […]
Key Vote Alert – “NO” on Attempts to Increase Proposed Tax Rates in the Senate Tax Reform Plan
KEY VOTE ALERT “NO” on Attempts to Increase Proposed Tax Rates in the Senate Tax Reform Plan The Club for Growth urges all Senators to vote NO on any amendment that will increase any of the corporate or individual tax rates established in the proposal that was reported out of the Senate Budget Committee. Votes […]
Club for Growth Warns against Tax Hike Trigger
Washington, DC – Today, Club for Growth President David McIntosh issued the following statement in response to talk of an automatic tax hike trigger being added to the Senate’s tax reform package: “The idea of a ‘tax hike trigger’ should be rejected on its merits,” stated Club for Growth President David McIntosh. “Any senator who […]
Club for Growth PAC Endorses Former Idaho State Senator Russ Fulcherfor Congress
Washington, DC – Today, the Club for Growth PACannounced its endorsement of former Idaho State Senator Russ Fulcher for the U.S. House of Representatives. Fulcher is running for the open seat being vacated by Congressman Raul Labrador (ID-01), who is running for governor. “Club for Growth PAC is thrilled to announce support for Russ Fulcher and his campaign for […]
House Passes Tax Reform Bill
This the House of Representatives took a significant step towards reforming our nation’s broken tax code when it passed the “Jobs and Tax Cuts Act.” Ahead of the vote, Club for Growth released a key vote alert urging members to cast a “YES” vote for the legislation. The bill passed the House by a vote […]
Key Vote Alert – “YES” on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (HR 1)
KEY VOTE ALERT “YES” on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (HR 1) The Club for Growth supports the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (HR 1) and we urge all House members to vote YES on it. A vote is expected later today. The vote will be included in the Club’s 2017 congressional scorecard. Simply […]
Club for Growth to House Rules Committee: President Trump Provides Solution to SALT Deduction in House Bill
Washington, DC – Today, Club for Growth President David McIntosh issued the following statement as the House of Representatives begins consideration of the “Tax Cuts and Jobs” Act: “President Trump’s tweet yesterday that the House should lower the top marginal rate solves the problem for members representing these high-tax states,” explained Club for Growth President […]
GOP Must Correct At Least Four Shortcomings of the House Bill to Bring Our Nation Pro-Growth Tax Reform
Washington, DC – Today, Club for Growth President David McIntosh issued the following statement as the House Ways and Means Committee continues to mark up the “Tax Cuts and Jobs” bill: “While the corporate tax cut will lead to some increase in our nation’s GDP, the rest of the provisions on individual taxpayers fails the […]