RIGHT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources are slight to moderately conservative in bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appeals to emotion or stereotypes) to favor conservative causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Right-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate the American Action Network (AAN) as Right-Center biased based on political positions and advocacy that favor the right. We also rate them as factually Mixed in reporting due to a lack of transparency with funding and a few failed fact checks.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER (3.9)
Factual Reporting: MIXED (4.9)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 2010, the American Action Network (AAN) is a conservative nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C. The organization promotes center-right policies and advocates for limited government, free enterprise, and individual liberty. AAN has been active in various policy areas, including healthcare, tax reform, regulatory reform, and national security. The organization is known for its support of Republican candidates and conservative causes. The American Action Network has a sister organization, the American Action Forum. AAN’s board members include Norm Coleman, Vin Weber, and Jeff Larson.
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Funded by / Ownership
The American Action Network is a nonprofit 501(c)(4) organization whose funding sources are not publicly disclosed, leading to a lack of transparency regarding its financial backers. According to OpenSecrets, the organization significantly contributed to federal elections during the 2022 cycle, totaling $82.2 million. A substantial portion of this amount, around $30.7 million, was directed toward TV and online ads supporting Republican candidates. Notably, the organization allocated approximately $51.5 million in contributions to the Congressional Leadership Fund, a hybrid PAC aligned with GOP House leadership that heavily invested in boosting Republicans during the 2022 midterms.
Analysis / Bias
The American Action Network generally aligns with conservative principles and promotes policies typically associated with the Republican Party. They focus on taxes, regulations, healthcare, defense, and energy, advocating conservative ideology. Their stance on these issues is often critical of Democratic policies and actions, as they prioritize limited government intervention and free-market principles.
For instance, the article title “AAN on Passage of Biden’s Massive Middle-Class Tax Hike and Wasteful Spending Package” provides insight into AAN’s critical analysis of Biden’s tax and spending package; specifically, AAN’s critique targets the tax credits for electric vehicles and portrays them as unpopular among respondents, citing their polling data. The article also mentions AAN’s extensive advocacy efforts, including a significant financial investment to oppose the bill and educate the public on its perceived drawbacks. Regarding sources, they cite credible sources such as Politico.
Similarly, the article titled “Speaker Johnson & 64 House Conservatives Visit Southern Border: “It’s an unmitigated disaster” is critical of Democrats, particularly regarding their response to the alleged migrant crisis at the border. It emphasizes Speaker Mike Johnson’s strong condemnation of the situation and criticizes liberal members of Congress for their stance on border security legislation. The article cites Bill Melugin, a national correspondent for Fox News, and quotes Speaker Johnson.
While the American Action Network (AAN) provides information and analysis on various policy matters, its content exhibits a mixed factual reporting record. Like many advocacy groups, AAN selectively presents data and arguments to support its positions, sometimes leading to biased or incomplete information.
Failed Fact Checks
- Is the Biden administration proposing cuts to Medicare Advantage benefits? – False
- Joe Biden’s student debt forgiveness plan is a “bailout for rich kids.” – Mostly False
Overall, we rate the American Action Network (AAN) as Right-Center biased based on political positions and advocacy that favor the right. We also rate them as factually Mixed in reporting due to a lack of transparency with funding and a few failed fact checks. (M. Huitsing 03/19/2024) Updated (08/07/2025)
Source: https://www.americanactionnetwork.org
Last Updated on August 7, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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