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Club for Growth Applauds House Republicans for Using Congressional Review Act
“It’s the beginning of the end for some of the worst and costliest Obama rules.” Washington, DC – Club for Growth president David McIntosh released the following statement in response to the announcement by Speaker Paul Ryan that the House will use the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to vote on five resolutions of disapproval this […]
Club for Growth Supports Two-For-One Regulatory Cuts
“President Trump’s order is what it will take to finally tackle the federal regulatory beast.” Washington, DC – Club for Growth president David McIntosh released the following statement in response to President Trump’s signing of an Executive Order calling for the elimination of two existing federal regulations for every new regulation that is issued: “This […]
Club for Growth Opposes GOP’s Proposed Consumer Tax
“Pro-growth tax reform is not creating a new middle-class consumer tax to take the place of high corporate taxes.” Washington, DC – Club for Growth president David McIntosh released the following statement in response to published comments by the Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee on the border adjustment provision in the House […]
Club for Growth Supports Expediting Environmental Reviews
“President Trump’s order will reduce the cost of government actions and help reduce the deficit.” Washington, DC – Club for Growth president David McIntosh released the following statement in response to President Trump’s signing of an order aimed at expediting environmental reviews and approvals for infrastructure projects: “President Trump’s order to speed up environmental reviews […]
Op-Ed in The Hill: In Mulvaney, Trump’s Budget pick is fiscal hawk with proven history
BY DAVID MCINTOSH, OPINION CONTRIBUTOR – 01/23/17 01:40 PM EST Read full article on The Hill here >> President Trump has chosen a smart and proven fiscal hawk to direct his Office of Management and Budget (OMB), South Carolina Congressman Mick Mulvaney. He has a record of leading Republicans and even working with Democrats to cut […]
Op-Ed in Investor’s Business Daily: Let’s Bury The Idea Of A Border Adjustment Tax
http://www.investors.com/politics/commentary/lets-bury-the-idea-of-a-border-adjustment-tax/ Let’s Bury The Idea Of A Border Adjustment Tax by David McIntosh, President, Club for Growth January 23, 2017 There are serious problems with the U.S. corporate tax code: The corporate tax rate of 35% is the highest in the industrialized world, and U.S.-based companies are taxed at that rate when they bring overseas […]
Go Big
Could we finally see dramatic cuts in federal spending? According to published reports, key members of the Trump transition team are preparing a blueprint to reduce federal spending by $10.5 trillion over ten years. The plan includes privatizing public television, and eliminating programs like the National Endowment for the Arts, along with other major department […]
HHS Nominee Supports Free-Market Health Care Choices
“Health care reform is finally moving away from government-centered command and control.” Washington, DC – Club for Growth president David McIntosh released the following statement in response to published reports of the remarks of HHS Secretary nominee Rep. Tom Price at his confirmation hearing before the Senate HELP Committee: “Liberals are in full-on panic mode […]
Club Urges Congress to Move on Obamacare Repeal & Replacement
Club President David McIntosh was on After the Bell on Fox Business on Thursday, urging Congress to move forward with the repeal of Obamacare and replacement with free-market reform. View that clip here.
Key Vote Alert – “YES” on Obamacare Repeal Resolution
KEY VOTE ALERT “YES” on the Obamacare Repeal Resolution (S.Con.Res. 3) The Club for Growth urges all members of Congress to support the Obamacare Repeal Resolution (S.Con.Res. 3), which also includes the FY17 budget resolution. A vote is expected in both chambers this week. The vote will be included in the Club for Growth’s 2017 […]
Club for Growth Applauds Senate GOP for Preserving Earmark Ban
“Senate Republicans did the right thing today, and Senator Flake deserves credit for pushing the issue.” Washington, DC – Club for Growth president David McIntosh released the following statement in response to published reports that Senate Republicans voted to continue their ban on earmarks: “House Republicans should take a cue from their Senate counterparts on […]
OP-ED: Trump’s “Big [Bad] Border Tax”
By David McIntosh Read the article on Townhall.com >>> When the President-elect takes to Twitter to threaten a major American company with a “big border tax,” as he did again on Tuesday, Americans are the real losers. First, it is working families who would pay the Big Tax. Second, the fact that the future leader […]
Club for Growth Supports Ryan’s No-Tariff-Increase Pledge
“The President-elect’s threat of a ‘big border tax is bad policy and bad precedent.” Washington, DC – Club for Growth president David McIntosh released the following statement in response to published reports that Speaker Paul Ryan said, “We’re not going to be raising tariffs”: “The President-elect’s threat of a ‘big border tax’ is bad […]
Key Vote Alert – “YES” on the REINS Act (HR 26)
KEY VOTE ALERT “YES” on the REINS Act (HR 26) The Club for Growth urges all members of Congress to support the Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act (HR 26). A vote on this proposal is expected in the House today or tomorrow. The vote will be included in the Club for […]
Op-Ed in The Hill: The longer you wait, the harder it will get — repeal ObamaCare now
Read full article on The Hill website here >> BY DAVID MCINTOSH, CONTRIBUTOR – 12/21/16 01:40 PM EST For six years Republicans have fought for the opportunity to repeal and replace ObamaCare. That time has come, and there should be no delay. When the new Congress is sworn in on Jan. 3, it should immediately […]
Club for Growth PAC Endorses Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel for U.S. Senate
“Mandel is a model of pro-growth fiscal conservatism in Ohio.” Washington, DC – The Club for Growth PAC today announced its endorsement of Josh Mandel, the State Treasurer of Ohio, for the 2018 U.S. Senate race, and the seat currently held by Sen. Sherrod Brown. “Josh Mandel is a model of pro-growth fiscal conservatism in […]
Club for Growth Applauds Choice of Mulvaney to Head OMB
“Mick Mulvaney is a leader among economic conservatives, and his selection is a major victory for taxpayers.” Washington, DC – Club for Growth president David McIntosh released the following statement in response to President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of Rep. Mick Mulvaney (SC-05) to be Director of the Office of Management and Budget: “The days of […]
Club for Growth Hopes Rick Perry Will Be Final Energy Secretary
“Governor Perry has a prime opportunity to serve taxpayers by closing the doors at DOE.” Washington, DC – Club for Growth president David McIntosh released the following statement in response to President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of former Texas Governor Rick Perry to be Secretary of Energy: “Rick Perry will be a strong advocate for free-market […]
Club for Growth PAC Congratulates Congressman-elect Mike Johnson (LA-04)
“Mike Johnson’s deep respect for the Constitution and his commitment to economic liberty will make him a strong leader on pro-growth policy in Washington.” Washington, DC – The Club for Growth PAC released the following statement congratulating Louisiana State Rep. Mike Johnson for his election to Congress from Louisiana’s 4th Congressional District: “Mike Johnson’s deep […]
Club for Growth Applauds Nomination of AG Scott Pruitt as EPA Administrator
“The EPA’s reign of regulatory malpractice is coming to an end.” Washington, DC – Club for Growth president David McIntosh released the following statement in response to reports of President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt to lead the Environmental Protection Agency: “The EPA’s reign of regulatory malpractice is coming to an […]