AFP NC Hosts Western North Carolina Recovery Summit

Americans for Prosperity North Carolina hosted a Western North Carolina Recovery Summit on April 7, 2026, in Mill Spring, North Carolina, to provide updates on regional recovery efforts.

The event, held at the Tryon International Equestrian Center located at 25 International Blvd, took place from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The summit served as a forum for federal, state, and community leaders to discuss strategies to build back western NC stronger together.

Summit Participation and Leadership

The summit featured several prominent political figures and government officials. Attendees included Senator Ted Budd, Congressman Chuck Edwards, and NC State Auditor Dave Boliek.

Other notable guests in attendance were Tim Moore, leadership from the NC General Assembly, and former RNC Chairman Michael Whatley.

Regional Recovery Focus

The primary objective of the gathering was to coordinate and share progress on recovery initiatives within Western North Carolina. The discussions focused on the collaborative efforts between different levels of government and community members to facilitate the region’s rebuilding process.

During the proceedings, GOP officials expressed support for the federal government’s administrative direction, specifically offering praise for the new Secretary of Homeland Security.