"2024 Club for Growth Scorecard: GOP Shifts Right with Increased High Scores and Conservative Trends"
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"2024 Club for Growth Scorecard: GOP Shifts Right with Increased High Scores and Conservative Trends"
[!CDATA[The latest annual scorecard from the Club for Growth reveals a notable increase in House and Senate Republicans achieving high scores of 90% and above, indicating a shift towards the right following the GOP's victories in 2024. According to the scorecard, 51 House Republicans and nine senators received the "Defender of Economic Freedom" award for scoring 90% or higher, with a lifetime score of 90% or above. These scores are based on key votes related to income tax rates and free trade, with the organization criticizing the Trump administration's tariffs for potentially impacting free trade. Compared to the previous year, the number of Republicans scoring at least 90% has significantly risen, showcasing a growing conservative trend within the party. While more lawmakers received the "Defender" award in 2024, fewer Republicans achieved a perfect 100% score. The decline in perfect scores can be attributed to factors such as the loss of some high-scoring Republicans like former Rep. Bob Good. Notable members with perfect scores in 2024 include Freedom Caucus members and non-caucus representatives who have consistently supported conservative policies. In the Senate, several members achieved perfect scores in 2024, including Sens. Tuberville, Paul, Budd, Lee, Johnson, and Vice President Vance. These senators, along with Massie in the House, saw an increase in their scores from the previous year. On the other hand, some Senate Republicans, including Cornyn, Tillis, and Cassidy, received lower scores, reflecting divisions within the party on certain issues. The Club for Growth scorecard also evaluates Democrats, with former Senate Democrats like Manchin, Sinema, Brown, and Tester receiving varying scores. The highest-scoring House Democrat in 2024 was Rep. Cuellar, known for his divergent views on abortion, immigration, and border security. Overall, the scorecard highlights the ideological spectrum within Congress and the growing influence of conservative policies among Republicans.]]