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McIntosh on PBS Newshour discussing President Trump’s Economic Achievments

Club for Growth Warns House GOP Not to Get Intoxicated with Earmarks

This week the Club for Growth will unveil a new ad, “Hangover,” that brings attention to the wasteful spending practice of earmarks that Rep. John Culberson (R-TX) and some of his Republican colleagues seek to restore.   Ahead of releasing the ad, Club for Growth President David McIntosh offered the following statement: “In 2011, taxpayers […]

Club for Growth Polling Shows Marsha Blackburn Is So Strong She’d Even Whip Bob Corker

Washington, DC – Today, Club for Growth PAC released poll results that not only demonstrate conservative champion Marsha Blackburn is expanding her commanding lead over Stephen Fincher in the Republican primary, but she also would be substantially ahead of ten-year incumbent Bob Corker were he to join the race. Specifically, the polling revealed: Marsha Blackburn […]

Open Letter to President Trump: No To A Return of Earmarks

Dear Mr. President, On behalf of the undersigned organizations and our millions of members from across the country, we urge you to reconsider your suggestion that Congress consider restoring earmarks. Earmarks are the antithesis of the “drain the swamp” election that sent you to the White House. They are corrupt, inequitable, and wasteful. Since 1991, […]

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 […]