America First Policy Institute
Coverage of America First Policy Institute in the Nexus archive.
- Liberal faculty still hugely outnumber conservatives in higher education: report
A report by the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) found liberal faculty members outnumber conservatives nearly 7-to-1 in U.S. higher education, a shift from a 2-to-1 ratio in 1969. The report highlights concerns over viewpoint diversity, with 40% of faculty admitting they would oppose hiring a Trump supporter and over 80% of Ph.D. students acknowledging discrimination against conservative candidates. The Trump administration has allocated $60 million in federal grants to promote civil discourse on campuses.
- Kennedy, Turner tout Trump policies during stops with Barrett in Mid-Michigan
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Scott Turner promoted Trump Administration policies in Michigan, focusing on food-as-medicine and local agriculture. Kennedy faced challenges over Medicaid cuts, while Tom Barrett discussed healthcare cost regulations.
- Anti-cartel candidate 'The Tiger' channels Trump and Bukele in Colombia election shocker
Colombia's first-round presidential election saw conservative candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, known as 'The Tiger,' secure a surprise victory, positioning him for a June 21 runoff against leftist Ivan Cepeda. De la Espriella's campaign focuses on a hardline approach to criminal organizations and security, contrasting with President Gustavo Petro's 'Total Peace' policy. Analysts link his success to a regional shift in Latin America against leftist governments.
- Red states press social service workers into immigration enforcement
Conservative states including Tennessee, Indiana, Utah, Wyoming, and Louisiana are enacting laws requiring social service providers to verify and report immigration status, with penalties for non-compliance. These laws aim to deter illegal immigration by limiting access to public benefits, aligning with federal restrictions on undocumented immigrants receiving such aid.
- Sanctuary laws could stop police from protecting kids. So we’re suing California
The city of El Cajon is suing California over sanctuary laws that prevent police from protecting endangered children. The lawsuit argues that California's laws violate federal law and the Supremacy Clause. The city seeks a court ruling on which law reigns supreme.
- Female inmate sues Washington state after alleged attack by male-born prisoner in women's facility
A female inmate in Washington state is suing corrections officials after being attacked by a male-born prisoner housed in a women's facility under the state's gender-identity policy. The lawsuit, supported by conservative groups, alleges the policy enables violence against female inmates by allowing male prisoners to transfer into women's facilities based on self-identified gender.
- Food stamp fraud crackdown at USDA would end loophole that lets Ferrari, Lamborghini owners get benefits
The USDA is addressing food stamp fraud by targeting a loophole allowing wealthy individuals with luxury vehicles to receive SNAP benefits. Secretary Brooke Rollins highlighted 14,000 such cases in one state, alongside 500,000 people illegally receiving multiple benefits and 244,000 deceased individuals on rolls. Efforts include arrests and policy reforms to close the Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility loophole.
- Food stamp fraud crackdown at USDA would end loophole that lets Ferrari, Lamborghini owners get benefits
The USDA is addressing food stamp fraud by targeting a loophole allowing wealthy individuals with luxury vehicles to receive SNAP benefits. Secretary Brooke Rollins highlighted 14,000 such cases in one state and revealed 500,000 people illegally receiving multiple benefits, alongside 244,000 deceased individuals on the rolls.
- 'America First' immigration overhaul bill would codify Trump's campaign promises once and for all
Rep. Barry Moore's 'Americans First Immigration Act' proposes ending the diversity visa lottery, shifting legal immigration to a merit-based system prioritizing high-skilled workers, and eliminating most family sponsorship categories. The bill aligns with Trump's past policies, including restrictions on H1B1 visas and the green card lottery pause, and is supported by the America First Policy Institute.
- 'America First' immigration overhaul bill would codify Trump's campaign promises once and for all
The House Republican 'Americans First Immigration Act' aims to overhaul U.S. immigration policy by prioritizing high-skilled workers, eliminating family sponsorship categories, and ending the diversity visa lottery. Introduced by Rep. Barry Moore, the bill aligns with Trump's campaign promises and faces opposition from Democrats advocating for expanded citizenship pathways.
- Election probe targets 'unusual' reports in wake of Virginia redistricting referendum: AFPI
A political advocacy group, America First Policy Institute (AFPI), is investigating mail-in ballot practices in Virginia following a narrow 'Yes' victory in a redistricting referendum. The probe focuses on alleged discrepancies in ballot counts, particularly after Fairfax County reported late votes that secured the 'Yes' outcome. AFPI aims to ensure election integrity by reviewing procedures like ballot storage and distribution across key counties.
- Election probe targets 'unusual' reports in wake of Virginia redistricting referendum: AFPI
A political advocacy group, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI), is investigating mail-in ballot practices in Virginia following a narrow 'Yes' victory in a redistricting referendum. The investigation focuses on ballot storage, distribution, and county-level procedures amid allegations of 'unusual' mail-in ballot counts, with AFPI requesting records from key counties including Fairfax, Christiansburg, and Ashburn. Courts are also reviewing procedural and ballot-language concerns in the election.
- Conservative nonprofit investigates Virginia redistricting vote after court blocks certification
A conservative nonprofit, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI), is investigating Virginia's redistricting amendment vote after a court blocked certification of the results. The probe focuses on mail-in ballot handling and alleged classroom political influence, as legal challenges over the referendum escalate ahead of the Virginia Supreme Court's upcoming hearing.
- Conservative nonprofit investigates Virginia redistricting vote after court blocks certification
A conservative nonprofit, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI), is investigating Virginia's redistricting amendment vote after a court blocked certification of the results. The probe focuses on mail-in ballot handling and alleged partisan influence in classrooms, with legal challenges pending in Virginia courts ahead of a Supreme Court hearing.
- Fox News AI Newsletter: Tech company cuts 1,000 jobs in AI-driven restructuring
Snap's parent company lays off 1,000 employees (16% of its workforce) in an AI-driven restructuring to cut costs, a report highlights ideological bias in consumer AI systems, Maine passes a first-ever moratorium on large AI data centers due to energy concerns, and a Molotov cocktail attack on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman raises fears of AI-related extremism.
- Children ‘low-hanging fruit’ in fight to end trans care, official at pro-Trump thinktank says
An official at the America First Policy Institute, a pro-Trump thinktank, described children as 'low-hanging fruit' in efforts to end gender-affirming care, highlighting a broader campaign by conservative activists to restrict transgender rights. The thinktank's event in DC discussed transgender policy 'reform,' with leaders acknowledging ambitions to expand bans on medical transition care to adults.
- The AI you use every day is biased — and it’s quietly shaping your worldview, new report says
A new report highlights significant ideological biases in major AI systems like Google's Gemini and OpenAI's ChatGPT, suggesting they may shape users' political views. The America First Policy Institute's findings indicate AI models generally lean center-left, raising concerns about their influence on public opinion and safety risks, particularly for young users.
- The AI you use every day is biased — and it’s quietly shaping your worldview, new report says
A new report by the America First Policy Institute highlights ideological biases in major AI systems like Google's Gemini, OpenAI's ChatGPT, and Microsoft's Copilot, which tend to lean center-left. These biases may shape users' political views and raise concerns about AI's influence on public opinion and safety, particularly with younger users.
- Tax day is this week: Avoid these 5 common mistakes that can cost you money
The article warns taxpayers about common mistakes to avoid on Tax Day, including incorrect filing status, missed credits, and payment deadlines. It highlights the IRS's role in tax enforcement and advises using tools to ensure accurate filings.
- Tax day is this week: Avoid these 5 common mistakes that can cost you money
The article warns taxpayers about common mistakes to avoid on Tax Day, such as incorrect filing status, overlooked income, and failing to claim credits. It emphasizes the importance of meeting payment deadlines and highlights potential penalties for errors.