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Grassley’s new Capitol Hill Report addresses shutdown, health care, trade, and protests

By N. E. Ball | Oct 20, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley has released his latest Capitol Hill Report, addressing several current issues before Congress.

Senator Grassley alleges partisanship in FBI's 'Arctic Frost' investigation into Trump

By N. E. Ball | Oct 17, 2025

Under the Biden administration, the FBI launched an investigation in April 2022, known as Arctic Frost.

Senate Judiciary Committee advances judicial and U.S. Attorney nominations

By N. E. Ball | Oct 9, 2025

The Senate Judiciary Committee has moved forward with several key nominations, including one for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, four for U.S. District Courts, the Director of National Drug Control Policy, and five U.S. Attorneys.

Grassley addresses rise in DC violent crime at Senate Judiciary Committee hearing

By N. E. Ball | Oct 3, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, recently addressed concerns about rising violent crime in American cities, particularly Washington, D.C. In a Q&A session, Grassley explained his decision to convene a committee...

Grassley leads lawmakers urging EPA action on import RIN reduction rule

By N. E. Ball | Oct 2, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, led more than 45 members of Congress in calling on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to finalize a rule that would reduce Renewable Identification Numbers...

OMB releases $5 million for PRAC after request from Senators Grassley and Collins

By N. E. Ball | Oct 1, 2025

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has released $5 million to the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee (PRAC), enabling the committee to continue its operations through the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2026.

Senate Judiciary Committee hears testimony on alleged manipulation of crime data and criminal justice policies

By N. E. Ball | Sep 30, 2025

Witnesses at a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing led by Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) discussed concerns about crime data manipulation, lenient sentencing, and the impact of recent criminal justice policies in cities led by Democrats.

Grassley seeks DHS answers after arrest of Des Moines schools chief

By N. E. Ball | Sep 30, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), who chairs the Senate Judiciary Committee, has contacted Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem to request more information about the criminal and immigration background of Ian Roberts, the...

Grassley invites Iowa students to apply for U.S. service academy nominations

By N. E. Ball | Sep 29, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) is inviting Iowa high school students to apply for nominations to U.S. service academies.

Grassley responds to indictment of former FBI Director James Comey

By N. E. Ball | Sep 25, 2025

U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has commented on the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey.

Grassley addresses government shutdowns and Farm Bill in weekly report

By N. E. Ball | Sep 23, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley has released his weekly Capitol Hill Report, addressing several current legislative and policy topics.

Grassley and Luján propose Medicare payments for pharmacist-provided healthcare in underserved areas

By N. E. Ball | Sep 16, 2025

Senators Chuck Grassley and Ben Ray Luján have reintroduced a bipartisan bill aimed at improving healthcare access for older Americans in areas with limited medical resources.

Grassley honors Four Oaks with Angels in Adoption award for foster care work

By N. E. Ball | Sep 10, 2025

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