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Research Report
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June 30, 2026
Affordable Abundance: A Seven-Point America First Economic Plan
The choice confronting Americans of which economic path to follow could not be starker. The America First path is steeped in the wisdom and ability of the American people to chart their own destinies. The other path forwarded by the progressive Left—a government-first path that has unleashed a cost-of-living crisis fueled by a tsunami of spending—puts its trust in elites and bureaucrats who are insulated from the daily struggles of regular Americans. Under an America First approach, the government’s limited mission is to empower our fellow Americans and defend their interests at home and abroad.
Fiscal & Regulatory Analysis
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April 6, 2026
OFRA Analysis A2026-001
This analysis assesses the impact of the Trump Platinum Card program on the federal budget. It begins by establishing a cost estimating basis, continues with a review of the program and its selling points to potential Platinum Card owners, and concludes with an estimated range of fiscal outcomes.
Fact Sheet
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March 5, 2026
From War Measure to Daily Burden: Evolution of the Federal Income Tax
Born over a hundred years ago, the federal individual income tax has grown from around 5% of federal revenues in 1915 to nearly 50% today. Moreover, a small subset of Americans pays a growing and disproportionate share of the income tax, with the top 1% of income earners paying 40% of the tax, and the top 50% paying 97%, Given the government’s reliance on the income tax, questions persist over whether it is the best mechanism for funding government services without excessively burdening taxpayers or stifling the economy.
Statement
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February 20, 2026
AFPI Responds to SCOTUS Ruling in Learning Resources v. Trump
Decision does not weaken case for strong America First trade policy.
Statement
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February 5, 2026
Proposed PA Budget Expands Government at the Expense of Families
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Chair of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) Jondavid (JD) Longo shared his concerns in response to the proposed state budget and its impact on Pennsylvanian taxpayers: “This budget prioritizes government growth over the empowerment of Pennsylvania families,” said Longo. “A stronger path forward focuses on fiscal restraint, energy independence, and opportunity for workers and communities across the Commonwealth.”
Experts on Debt
The Honorable Larry Kudlow
Chair of the Board and Chair, American Prosperity
Jill Homan
Deputy Director, Economy & Trade, Campaign Director, and Senior Advisor to the President & CEO
Matthew Jensen
Executive Director, Office for Fiscal and Regulatory Analysis
David Vasquez
Senior Policy Analyst, American Prosperity and Energy & Environment
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Defining Issues and Strategies: America First in 2026
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How Steel Tariffs Protect American Jobs: Todd Leebow on Fixing the U.S. Steel Industry
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Steve Moore Breaks Down Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” Tax Cuts, Energy Independence & AI Boom
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Norm Champ On Trump’s Digital Finance Revolution, Crypto, Regulation & Financial Freedom
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An Economic Discussion with the Speaker of the House
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Evaluating the Biden-Harris Policies: Economy
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Mike Faulkender joined Kudlow on FBN to discuss the economy.
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Debate Prep: What to Watch For
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Debate Prep: It’s Affordability Stupid
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Debate Prep: Life Under the Biden Administration
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Hidden Cost: The True Price of Federal Debt to American Taxpayers
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