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Grassley joins call for adding phosphate to critical minerals list

By N. J. Kirk | Sep 24, 2025

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, has joined Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Representative Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), and 65 other lawmakers in urging Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum to add...

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Which ex-high school standouts from City of Des Moines area will play on Saturday, Sept. 27?

By R. C. Rainey | Sep 24, 2025

These former City of Des Moines area high school standouts will be active on Saturday, Sept. 27.

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More people receiving food stamps in Polk County during 2024 than previous year

By M. M. Hamilton | Sep 23, 2025

Between 2023 and 2024, Polk County registered a 1.9% increase in the number of people applying for food assistance.

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Grassley joins bipartisan effort with senators Risch and Whitehouse on REPO Implementation Act

By N. J. Kirk | Sep 23, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), along with Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), has introduced the REPO Implementation Act of 2025.

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Chuck Grassley raises concerns over whistleblowers, student visas, and tech-government relations

By I. S. Corley | Sep 23, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley addressed whistleblower protection, student visa policy, and tech-company interactions with government in a series of posts dated September 23, 2025.

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Zach Nunn highlights bipartisan efforts for apprenticeships and educator support

By I. S. Corley | Sep 23, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn shared messages on September 23, 2025, addressing Rosh Hashanah greetings and promoting bipartisan legislation for apprenticeship programs and educator training in Iowa.

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Chuck Grassley discusses veterans’ event, Ukraine aid bill, and trafficking hotline oversight

By I. S. Corley | Sep 23, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted updates on September 23, 2025 about honoring Iowa veterans, introducing bipartisan legislation to use seized Russian assets for Ukrainian aid, and federal oversight leading to changes at the National Human Trafficking...

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Congressman Zach Nunn addresses AI regulation and workforce issues in recent posts

By N. I. Skinner | Sep 23, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn shared updates between September 22-23, 2025 regarding U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence under former President Trump’s administration, bipartisan legislative efforts on AI accountability, ongoing workforce shortages...

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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.

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Grassley urges end to student visa holder work permits citing jobs and security concerns

By D. D. Hallman | Sep 23, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has urged Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to halt the issuance of work authorizations for student visa holders, claiming the practice violates federal law and poses risks to...

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Chuck Grassley comments on Charlie Kirk memorial and shares seasonal greetings

By B. R. Jones | Sep 23, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted tributes and greetings on September 23, 2025.

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Family and kids event this week in City of Des Moines: Sept. 21-27

By G. N. Wallace | Sep 23, 2025

Don't miss out on this family and kids event happening in City of Des Moines this week.

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Chuck Grassley calls for forceful action on Ukraine and criticizes Democrats over spending

By B. R. Jones | Sep 22, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley used social media on September 22, 2025, to urge stronger U.S. action in Ukraine, share personal updates about his farm, and criticize Democratic spending priorities amid looming government shutdown talks.

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Congressman Zach Nunn addresses education support, investor rights reform, and agricultural trade

By I. S. Corley | Sep 22, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn posted updates on September 21-22 about meetings with Head Start staff in Iowa; legislative efforts regarding investor rights; and a new $10 billion agricultural export deal benefiting Iowa farmers.

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Chuck Grassley highlights farmer struggles and international tensions in recent posts

By B. R. Jones | Sep 22, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted about a benefit concert supporting struggling farmers amid low grain prices on September 20, 2025, while also thanking Willie Nelson for his involvement.

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Zach Nunn highlights manufacturing growth, innovation awards, and apprenticeship expansion in Iowa

By I. S. Corley | Sep 21, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn shared updates on September 20-21, 2025 about Iowa manufacturing leaders' visit to Washington D.C., Iowa State University's recognition as a national innovation finalist, and legislative efforts expanding apprenticeship...

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Chuck Grassley seeks answers on soybean talks during US-China negotiations

By I. S. Corley | Sep 20, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley questioned via social media whether recent US-China negotiations in Spain addressed key agricultural issues like soybeans or focused mainly on topics such as TikTok.

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Zach Nunn highlights bipartisan efforts on healthcare and financial fraud prevention

By B. R. Jones | Sep 20, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn used his X account on September 19-20, 2025 to address efforts against financial fraud and advocate for bipartisan cancer policy initiatives.

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Chuck Grassley discusses stillbirth prevention efforts and health policy meetings

By B. R. Jones | Sep 19, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted updates on September 19, detailing legislative action regarding stillbirth prevention alongside meetings with local healthcare providers about pharmacy reforms and hospice care models.

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Chuck Grassley shares updates on Senate confirmations and rural health efforts

By N. I. Skinner | Sep 19, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted several updates on September 19, 2025.