Statement from CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp on the Indictment of President Trump Statement from CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp on the Indictment of President Trump “We are appalled and strongly condemn the abuse of power coming from the New York District Attorney. Americans have lost confidence in institutions and government experts because truth has become a casualty to raw political power. The renewed prosecutorial pursuit and indictmentof President Trump is an outrageous breach of constitutional norms and a continuation of his maniacal political prosecution. We believe that the authoritarian punishment of political opponents is deeply un-American and is more akin to the proceedings of a Kangaroo court in a corrupt Third World Banana Republic. For too long now our justice system has been at the disposal of unhinged bureaucrats, overzealous activist judges, and radicalized individuals who have transformed the institutions of our nation into political weapons. Without the proper countermeasures, the Left will continue to wield our judicial system against its opponents and further de-legitimize our democracy. President Donald J. Trump is not the first victim of this abuse, and he will certainly not be the last.” ### NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Giving M E N U Home Giving

ACU Endorses Yvette Herrell ACU Endorses Yvette Herrell The American Conservative Union (ACU) today announced its endorsement of Yvette Herrell for election in New Mexico to the United States House of Representatives in the 2nd District. “As an accomplished state legislator, Yvette has consistently proven to be a strong leader in New Mexico. Yvette Herrell understands the importance of defending our borders, protecting the Second Amendment and building on the legislative achievements of President Trump. It is clear to all of us at ACU that Yvette would provide excellent representation in Congress for the people of New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District. ACU is strongly encouraging voters in New Mexico’s 2nd District to vote for Yvette Herrell,” said ACU Chairman Matt Schlapp. Founded in 1964, the American Conservative Union (ACU) is the nation’s original conservative organization. For more than fifty years, ACU has served as an umbrella organization harnessing the collective strength of conservative organizations fighting for Americans who are concerned with liberty, personal responsibility, traditional values, and strong national defense. As one of America’s premier conservative voices, ACU promotes a conservative vision on issues before Congress, the Executive Branch, State Legislatures, the media, political candidates, and the public NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Giving M E N U Home Giving

Based on CPAC Ratings, Harris-Walz Ticket Most Radical In Democrat Party History Based on CPAC Ratings, Harris-Walz Ticket Most Radical In Democrat Party History ALEXANDRIA, VA (August 6, 2024) — CPAC Foundation’s analysis reveals the radical far-left agenda behind Kamala Harris’ VP pick, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. “The Democrat Party now has the most radical Presidential ticket in the history of modern politics,” said CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp. “ Kamala Harris (CPAC Lifetime 4.45%) and Tim Walz (CPAC Lifetime 6.95%) will be a disaster for the prosperity and freedoms Americans deserve.” Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (CPAC Lifetime 6.95%) : Gov. Walz’ legislative score is impacted by signing legislation giving driver’s licenses to illegal immigrants, making it easier for individuals to join a permanent absentee ballot list and for making Minnesota a sanctuary state for child sex change surgeries and abortionists. Walz executive action includes establishing a DEI council as his very first executive order and allowing legal liability against child counselors if they do not “affirm” a child’s chosen gender identity. Gov. Walz fiscal score is influenced by growing the state budget by 42% since taking office. CPAC Foundation’s Ratings of the Governors is designed to consider the full scope of a governors’ record. The methodology is divided into three sections that evaluate different aspects of the governors’ performance. The legislative section focuses on the bills that the governor signs and vetoes and makes up 50% of the score. The Executive Action section focuses on the executive orders issued by the governor and other major activities that the governor engages in and represents 40% of the score. The Fiscal section evaluates the governors’ actions with regard to the state budget and represents 10% of the final score. Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) received a 6.95%, the lowest of all the contenders on Kamala Harris’ VP shortlist. Gov. Andy Beshear (D-KY) scored a 15.00% and Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) received a 14.60% (all scores out of 100%). The Center for Legislative Accountability (CLA), an initiative of the CPAC Foundation, is the premier organization for holding lawmakers accountable. CPAC Foundation produces the longest-running conservative congressional scorecard and is the only organization in the nation that scores all 8,000 lawmakers in the 50 states across every policy area. CPAC Foundation’s Ratings are widely considered the “gold standard” and are utilized by activists, voters, academics and elected officials to determine which lawmakers best adhere to conservative principles. NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Giving M E N U Home Giving

President Trump welcomes CPAC Japan President Trump welcomes CPAC Japan President Donald J Trump shared a special message with attendees of CPAC Japan as the international event kicked off. NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Giving M E N U Home Giving

Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Statement on President Biden’s 2023 State of the Union Address Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Statement on President Biden’s 2023 State of the Union Address ALEXANDRIA, VA, February 9, 2023 – The Coalition Against Socialized Medicine (CASM), a broad coalition of leading conservative and free-market groups such as the Conservative Political Action Coalition (CPAC), Heritage Action, FreedomWorks, the National Taxpayers Union, the Club for Growth, Citizens Against Government Waste, American Commitment, and the Committee to Unleash Prosperity, has issued the following statement on President Biden’s 2023 State of the Union address, attributable to Jack Kalavritinos, Executive Director of CASM: “The President’s speech was little more than a love note to Big Government. But whether it is a failing Postal Service, a bankrupt Amtrak, or a non-functioning Transportation Department, Americans see where the Biden approach takes us: a bloated and ineffective government that puts politics ahead of people. His remarks on the so-called Inflation ‘Reduction’ Act are a perfect example of his misguided approach to governing.The pork-laden bill raids Medicare to pay for unrelated liberal programs while waylaying America’s healthcare system with price controls, red tape, and regulation. Thousands of federal bureaucrats are slowly strangling what was once the world’s finest healthcare delivery system thanks to President Biden and his “crowning legislative achievement.” He holds this legislation up as a success when in reality it is an abject failure.Within just four months of passing the Inflation ‘Reduction’ Act, its true effects are already becoming clear, with research and development already canceled on several promising new treatments for cancer and other diseases because of Biden-imposed government price setting and regulations. Provision of the new law could prevent more than 100 new drugs and treatments from being made available due to the impact of heavy-handed federal price control regulation. More than 600,000 jobs in the healthcare industry are now at risk. All the while, fewer than half of all Americans think U.S. healthcare quality is excellent or good, according to recent polls.We deserve a competitive healthcare market that fosters medical innovation, drives down prices, and increases the quality and availability of life-saving treatments. Unfortunately, Biden Bureaucrats are taking us in the opposite direction.Americans see the SOTU as an annual rite of promises and platitudes, and of gross exaggeration and gas-lighting. Last night was no exception. But what was noteworthy was that the President doubled down on his strategy of Big Government regulation and more control of the healthcare space by federal bureaucrats. This despite overwhelming evidence that more regulation equates to fewer lifesaving discoveries in healthcare. The solution is not more regulation as President Biden proposes. Rather, it is using market forces to improve healthcare delivery.Thankfully, the President’s agenda is dead on arrival with Republicans controlling the House of Representatives.” ### NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Home Home Home Home Home M E N U Home Home Home Home Home Home

CPAC Support of Historic Tax Relief in Missouri CPAC Support of Historic Tax Relief in Missouri Alexandria, VA — David H. Safavian, CPAC General Counsel and Senior Vice President sent the following letter to express CPAC’s support of HCS SS SCS SBs 3 & 5. Dear Representative, As the failed policies of the Biden administration continue to cause rampant inflation and shrink the United States economy, families across America need real relief that grows the economy. As such, the Conservative Political Action Coalition (CPAC) supports HCS SS SCS SBs 3 & 5 to provide meaningful tax reform for Missourians. Specifically, HCS SS SCS SBs 3 & 5 would reduce the top rate of individual income tax to 4.95% beginning with the 2023 calendar year; add an additional 0.15% reduction upon meeting a revenue trigger; authorize three additional 0.1% reductions upon meeting other revenue triggers; and exempt taxpayers’ first $1,000 of income (an increase from the current first $100). Currently, Missouri has the 26th highest top income tax rate on individuals in the United States. With the passage of this bill, at the onset of 2023, Missouri will improve their standing to the 16th lowest, and 13th lowest when the bill is fully implemented. Enacting these bills would greatly increase Missouri’s competitiveness in attracting investment to the state. Because tax burdens have significant consequences for all Americans, we have recommended to our sister organization, the CPAC Foundation Center for Legislative Accountability (CLA), to positively score these bills. As such, a vote in favor of HC SSS SCS SBs 3 & 5 to provide meaningful tax relief would increase your CPAC legislative rating. Through both its Ratings of Congress and Ratings of the States, the CLA has held lawmakers accountable by scoring them on legislation that impacts taxation. CPAC will continue to monitor policy proposals that make their way through the legislature. We ask you to stand strong and provide Missouri taxpayers with meaningful tax relief. Respectfully, David H. Safavian General Counsel and Senior Vice President ### Read the letter here . Update : Passed 09/29/22: Missouri passes HC SSS SCS SBs 3 & 5 NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Home Home Home Home Home M E N U Home Home Home Home Home Home

CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp on Gutfeld! CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp on Gutfeld! CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp joined Greg Gutfeld to talk about Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio’s First Amendment rights to free speech, and the double standard that exists in the Cancel Culture environment. NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Home Home Home Home Home M E N U Home Home Home Home Home Home

ACU Foundation Releases Latest Scores of Texas Legislature ACU Foundation Releases Latest Scores of Texas Legislature The American Conservative Union Foundation conducts an annual, in-depth analysis to rate all 8,000 lawmakers in America, revealing their positions on a wide variety of issues directly affecting our communities and families. Check out the press release below with more details and please take action ! It only takes three minutes to let your legislators know that their score from the American Conservative Union Foundation is important to you, and you expect them to support more conservative policies. CPAC Releases Scorecard of Texas Legislature CPAC & ACUF Award 59 Lawmakers for Conservative Voting ALEXANDRIA, VA (November 18, 2021) —The Texas legislature achieved many conservative policy victories according to recently released voting record analysis from CPAC. Click Here to view the 2021 Ratings of Texas Members receiving the highest scores include: Sen. Bob Hall (100%), Rep. Tony Tinderholt (98%), Rep. Mayes Middleton (97%), Rep. Matt Schaefe r (96%), Rep. Cody Vasut (96%), Rep. Jeff Cason (96%), Rep. Briscoe Cain (95%), Sen. Bryan Hughes (93%), Rep. Cole Hefner (93%), and Rep. Jared Patterson (93%). “ As woke corporations and corrupt big tech companies tried to silence conservative Americans, Texas fought back, ” said CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp . “ Led by Gov. Abbott they worked together to secure major conservative victories. From protecting the integrity of elections to one of the strongest pro-life protections in the America, conservatives in Texas set a strong example for how to lead. ” In total, 59 members of the Texas legislature will be eligible to receive awards at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) taking place in Orlando, Florida from February 24-27, 2022 for voting with the conservative position on legislation more than 80% of the time. Click Here to view the PDF version of the ratings Among the 86 roll call votes scored by the American Conservative Union Foundation (ACUF) are the major election reforms (SB 1), the bill protecting students from indoctrination by banning critical race theory (SB 3), efforts to secure the border (HB 9), legislation aimed at reigning in big tech companies (HB 20) and protections against excessive government spending (SB 1336). ACUF’s Ratings of Congress and Ratings of the States are initiatives of American Conservative Union Foundation (ACUF)’s Center for Legislative Accountability (CLA). These ratings are designed to reflect how over 8,000 elected officials across the nation view the role of government while illustrating the differences between chambers of the legislature and revealing lawmakers’ positions across 186 policy areas that directly affect citizens. ### Chip in to support ACUF’s Ratings Our staff spends thousands of hours analyzing more than 105,000 pieces of legislation voted on by Congress and every state legislature in the country. Your support is critical to be able to provide this level of insight and transparency. Will you please make a tax-deductible donation today to support transparency and ratings of Texas legislators? NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Home Home Home Home Home M E N U Home Home Home Home Home Home

CPAC and ACUF Release Scorecard of Maryland Lawmakers CPAC and ACUF Release Scorecard of Maryland Lawmakers The American Conservative Union Foundation conducts an annual, in-depth analysis to rate all 8,000 lawmakers in America, revealing their positions on a wide variety of issues directly affecting our communities and families. Check out the press release below with more details and please take action ! It only takes three minutes to let your legislators know that their score from the American Conservative Union Foundation is important to you, and you expect them to support more conservative policies. ACU to Present Awards to Top-Scoring Maryland Lawmakers at CPAC CPAC and ACUF Release Maryland Legislative Scorecard ALEXANDRIA, VA (February 7, 2022) — With Maryland’s legislative session in full swing, several legislators are set to be recognized at CPAC for their conservative voting records based off of a just released analysis from ACUF’s Center for Legislative Accountability. Click Here to view the 2021 Ratings of Maryland . The Conservative Political Action Conference ( CPAC ) will be taking place in Orlando, Florida from February 24-27, 2022, with major speakers like President Donald J. Trump, Gov. Ron DeSantis and Fmr. Sec. of State Mike Pompeo confirmed to speak. The following members of the Maryland General Assembly earned an invitation to receive an award at CPAC for voting with the conservative position at least 80% of the time, as calculated by the American Conservative Union Foundation’s Center for Legislative Accountability: Conservative Excellence: Mark Fisher (100%) Robin Grammer (98%) Neil Parrott (98%) Nino Mangione (98%) Joseph Boteler (96%) Haven Shoemaker (95%) April Rose (95%) Dan Cox (94%) Christopher Adams (93%) Matthew Morgan (93%) Reid Novotny (93%) Jesse Pippy (93%) Trent Kittleman (93%) Wayne Hartman (91%) Rick Impallaria (91%) Conservative Achievement: Brian Chisholm (89%) Johnny Mautz (89%) Lauren Arikan (89%) William Wivell (89%) Jason Buckel (87%) Susan Krebs (87%) Susan McComas (87%) Teresa Reilly (87%) Robert Long (87%) Steven Arentz (84%) Wendell Beitzel (84%) Jefferson Ghrist (84%) Michael Malone (84%) Kathy Szeliga (83%) Charles Otto (82%) Sid Saab (82%) Jay Jacobs (80%) The American Conservative Union Foundation (ACUF) analysis reveals Maryland’s deep divide between Republicans in each chamber with House Republicans’ voting with the conservative position an average of 85.86%, while Senate Republicans’ average a mere 48.97% in 2021. Click Here to view the PDF version of the ratings Among the 90 roll call votes scored by the ACUF is the legislation making elections less secure (SB 683, HB 745), “Green New Deal-esque” energy programs (SB 83, SB 414), tax hikes (SB 133, HB 732), and the bill imposing crushing government mandates on small businesses (HB 581). ACUF’s Ratings of Congress and Ratings of the States are initiatives of American Conservative Union Foundation (ACUF)’s Center for Legislative Accountability (CLA). These ratings are designed to reflect how more than 8,000 elected officials across the nation view the role of government while illustrating the differences between chambers of the legislature and revealing lawmakers’ positions across 186 policy areas that directly affect citizens. For media inquiries, contact our Communications Department at comms@conservative.org . xxx Chip in to support ACUF’s Ratings Our staff spends thousands of hours analyzing more than 105,000 pieces of legislation voted on by Congress and every state legislature in the country. Your support is critical to be able to provide this level of insight and transparency. Will you please make a tax-deductible donation today to support transparency and ratings of Maryland legislators? NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Home Home Home Home Home M E N U Home Home Home Home Home Home

President Donald Trump on October 1, 2020: “I condemn the Proud Boys.” President Donald Trump on October 1, 2020: “I condemn the Proud Boys.” NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Home Home Home Home Home M E N U Home Home Home Home Home Home

Hong Kong Statement Hong Kong Statement China is attacking freedoms in Hong Kong. The Chinese imposed National Security Law is being used against pro-democracy warriors who are fighting for freedom. We met Benny Tai in 2019 when CPAC traveled to Hong Kong to support the pro-freedom movement. Benny Tai and the others arrested are putting their lives on the line as they stood up for democracy. The government of Hong Kong, controlled by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), wants to silence the will of the people. Because of Benny Tai and the courageous 47, a light is shining on the injustices imposed by the totalitarian government. CPAC will always support those who put their lives on the line for freedom. Under the new Trump administration, bad actors like the CCP will be put on notice that all people, not just Americans, deserve their voices to be heard. As our international movement grows, we will bring these stories out from the shadows and put the world on notice that there is change coming. NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Home Home Home Home Home M E N U Home Home Home Home Home Home

ACU Endorses Dan Rodimer ACU Endorses Dan Rodimer The American Conservative Union (ACU) today announced its endorsement of Dan Rodimer for election in Nevada to the United States House of Representatives in the 3rd District. “Dan Rodimer will help lead the fight for conservatism in Congress. He proudly stands for important principles like the rights of the unborn, the defense of our borders, and the protection of the Second Amendment. Dan is a solid conservative and Nevada deserves his strong leadership in the U.S. House,” said Chairman Matt Schlapp. “Dan Rodimer has shown us he’s got the policy know-how and boundless passion that Nevadans can be proud of. ACU believes in him and proudly endorses him in his bid to represent the people of Nevada’s 3rd Congressional District.” “The American Conservative Union, our nation’s longest serving conservative grassroots organization, is proud to endorse “Big Dan” Rodimer for Congress,” stated ACU Board Member and former Nevada Attorney General Adam P. Laxalt. “Without question, ‘Big Dan’ is the only candidate in the race for Nevada’s 3rd Congressional District who conservative voters and activists can rely on to preserve and protect our shared values of life, liberty, and property. President Trump needs allies in Congress like ‘Big Dan’ to help rebuild our economy while protecting our Constitutional rights and freedoms. Join ACU and other principled conservative individuals and organizations in supporting ‘Big Dan’ for Congress.” Founded in 1964, the American Conservative Union (ACU) is the nation’s original conservative organization. For more than fifty years, ACU has served as an umbrella organization harnessing the collective strength of conservative organizations fighting for Americans who are concerned with liberty, personal responsibility, traditional values, and strong national defense. As one of America’s premier conservative voices, ACU promotes a conservative vision on issues before Congress, the Executive Branch, State Legislatures, the media, political candidates, and the public. NEWS & RELEASES . Read More → View More → Menu Close Home Giving Centers Nolan Center for Justice Center for Legislative Accountability Center for Combating Human Trafficking Center for Regulatory Freedom Coalition Against Socialized Medicine Get Involved About Home Home Home Home Home Home M E N U Home Home Home Home Home Home