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Grassley’s Capitol Hill Report covers energy, drug prices, opioids, and redistricting

Senator Chuck Grassley has released his weekly Capitol Hill Report, addressing several current issues.

Nunn introduces bipartisan bill creating federal task force against payment scams

Representatives Zach Nunn (IA-03) and Jim Himes (CT-04) have introduced the Taskforce for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams (TRAPS) Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the rise in payment fraud, particularly among seniors.

Chuck Grassley shares updates on farm life and local events in early August posts

Senator Chuck Grassley posted several updates in early August about his weekend activities and local agricultural developments.

Food assistance in Polk County up 8.1% since 2015

By M. F. Patrick | Aug 4, 2025

In 2024, Polk County received $106,299,625 in food stamps, compared to $98,363,692 in 2015.

2 H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under Transportation and Warehousing industry across Des Moines Sun publication area during 2024

All H-1B petitions filed by an employer classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry located across Des Moines Sun publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Grassley and Whitehouse introduce bill renewing national addiction recovery program

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) have introduced a bipartisan bill to reauthorize the Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant and Substance Use Program (COSSUP).

Zach Nunn highlights legislative action on farming rules and water safety

Congressman Zach Nunn used social media between August 3-4, 2025 to discuss legislative priorities including protection for Iowa farmers against outside mandates and efforts to provide safer drinking water.

Poll shows majority want accountability after Grassley releases FBI-Clinton investigation documents

A recent poll indicates that 69% of voters want accountability following disclosures by Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) regarding the FBI's handling of investigations into Hillary Clinton and alleged ties between Donald...

Family & kids event this week in City of Des Moines: Aug. 3-9

By G. N. Wallace | Aug 3, 2025

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

Congressman Zach Nunn promotes legislation for clean water, small business growth, and local agriculture

By Des Moines Sun | Aug 3, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn outlined new bipartisan bills addressing water safety concerns with lead pipes (August 2), supporting small businesses through regulatory reform (August 2), and promoting locally grown food for Iowa communities (August 3).

Grassley discusses release of Durham annex on Newsmax

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, appeared on Newsmax’s “Saturday Agenda” with Rob Astorino to discuss his role in declassifying and releasing the previously classified appendix—known as the Durham...

Grassley urges Senate support for Jeanine Pirro's nomination as U.S. attorney

Senator Chuck Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, spoke on the Senate floor in support of Jeanine Pirro’s nomination for U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia.

Chuck Grassley highlights Senate appropriations process and new disclosures on federal investigations

Senator Chuck Grassley posted several updates on August 2, 2025 regarding changes in Senate appropriations procedures and recent document disclosures tied to major federal investigations.

Congressman Zach Nunn addresses Russian sanctions, CCP agroterrorism, and Taiwan security in recent posts