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Heritage Foundation Exodus: Staff Join Pence's AAF Amid Controversy

12/23/2025

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More than a dozen staffers left the Heritage Foundation to join Advancing American Freedom (AAF), led by former Vice President Mike Pence.
The departures include several director-level positions and occur amid controversy over Heritage's handling of anti-Semitism concerns.
Pence announced the hires on December 22, stating AAF is honored to welcome these conservative scholars.
The organization aims to position itself as a leading force in the conservative movement.

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More than a dozen staffers left the Heritage Foundation to join Advancing American Freedom (AAF), led by former Vice President Mike Pence.
The departures include several director-level positions and occur amid controversy over Heritage's handling of anti-Semitism concerns.
Pence announced the hires on December 22, stating AAF is honored to welcome these conservative scholars.
The organization aims to position itself as a leading force in the conservative movement.