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Chuck Grassley comments on court funding amid shutdown and meets Iowans in Washington

By I. S. Corley | Oct 18, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted updates on October 17 and 18, including comments about federal court funding during a government shutdown attributed by some Republicans to Senate Democrats.

Congressman Zach Nunn calls for action on government funding and highlights Iowa public safety tech

By I. S. Corley | Oct 18, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn commented on October 18, 2025 about National Guard pay concerns amid budget disputes, praised Altoona police's use of drone technology for public safety, and urged Senate action on government funding.

Grassley criticizes "Schumer Shutdown," urges Senate action and highlights IG firing law

By I. S. Corley | Oct 17, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted multiple times on October 17, 2025, criticizing what he called the "Schumer Shutdown," urging Senate Democrats to help end a filibuster blocking government funding, and highlighting legal requirements for presidential...

Chuck Grassley addresses Polaris contract, Ukraine support, and Senate defense bill vote

By I. S. Corley | Oct 16, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley used his Twitter account on October 16, 2025, to discuss the end of Polaris' federal contract, support for Ukraine through talks with Andriy Yermak, and his concerns over Senate Democrats' opposition to a bipartisan defense...

Chuck Grassley criticizes Schumer over Iowa furloughs and addresses arrests of pastors in China

By I. S. Corley | Oct 16, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley addressed the impact of the federal government shutdown on Iowa workers and farmers in posts dated October 16, 2025.

Congressman Zach Nunn discusses new jobs in Perry and comments on government shutdown

By I. S. Corley | Oct 15, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn used his X account on October 14 and 15, 2025, to highlight a major job-creating project in Perry, Iowa, and to comment on the federal government shutdown.

Congressman Zach Nunn addresses hostages' return, Columbus Day, and Perry plant closure

By I. S. Corley | Oct 14, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn shared updates on X on October 13 and 14, 2025, regarding the release of American hostages, Columbus Day observances, and efforts to support Perry, Iowa after Tyson Foods closed its local plant.

Chuck Grassley discusses constituent meetings and raises concerns over senators' phone data access

By I. S. Corley | Oct 14, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley shared details of his October 14, 2025 meetings with Iowa constituents and nonprofit leaders via social media.

Congressman Zach Nunn highlights Iowa farmers, military funding, and Navy anniversary in recent posts

By I. S. Corley | Oct 13, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn posted tributes recognizing Iowa farmers’ contributions, called for Senate action on government funding for troops, and celebrated the U.S. Navy’s anniversary between October 12-13, 2025.

Chuck Grassley shares farm activity and comments on government shutdown

By I. S. Corley | Oct 12, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted updates on his farming routine and remarked on the progression of a government shutdown in October 2025.

Chuck Grassley addresses government shutdown impacts and Middle East developments

By I. S. Corley | Oct 9, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted several messages on October 8 and 9, 2025, discussing the economic effects of the government shutdown on Iowa and urging bipartisan action to fund the government and pay military personnel.

Chuck Grassley comments on government shutdown and campus safety legislation in recent tweets

By I. S. Corley | Oct 9, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley addressed the ongoing government shutdown and its effects on military personnel in a series of tweets on October 9, 2025.

Congressman Zach Nunn highlights government shutdown impacts and congratulates David Barker

By I. S. Corley | Oct 8, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn used social media posts from October 7-8, 2025 to draw attention to the ongoing government shutdown's effect on Iowans and recognize David Barker's new federal appointment.

Grassley meets youth groups and offers condolences after Iowa lawmaker's death

By I. S. Corley | Oct 7, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted updates about recent meetings with youth organizations and paid tribute to State Senator Claire Celsi following her death.

Grassley comments on government shutdown and judicial oversight in recent posts

By I. S. Corley | Oct 6, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted on October 5 and October 6, 2025, about the ongoing government shutdown and raised concerns over alleged misuse of AI by federal judges.

Congressman Zach Nunn criticizes Senate Democrats amid ongoing government shutdown

By I. S. Corley | Oct 4, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn posted several updates on October 3-4 regarding the ongoing government shutdown and criticized Senate Democrats' demands during negotiations.

Congressman Zach Nunn criticizes Democrats over shutdown effects on Iowa and raises DMPS oversight issue

By I. S. Corley | Oct 1, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn addressed concerns about a federal government shutdown's impact on Iowans in several posts from September 30 to October 1, 2025.

Chuck Grassley addresses EPA regulations and prescription drug reforms in new social media posts

By I. S. Corley | Sep 30, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley used social media on September 30, 2025, to discuss past EPA regulatory efforts regarding farm dust control and recent moves by President Trump and Pfizer related to prescription drug pricing.

Zach Nunn criticizes Des Moines School Board hiring and calls for action on troop pay

By I. S. Corley | Sep 30, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn posted a series of statements on September 30, addressing topics including school board hiring practices in Des Moines, military pay during potential government shutdowns, and support for rural economic development programs...

Chuck Grassley questions STEM job market and calls for new China trade deal

By I. S. Corley | Sep 25, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted several statements on September 25, 2025, discussing high unemployment among U.S. STEM graduates, concerns over H1B visa usage by major tech firms, local economic issues raised during a visit to Stryten Energy in...

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