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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...

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Which ex-City of Des Moines area high school athletes are scheduled for action the week starting Monday, Oct. 6?

By B. R. Jones | Oct 3, 2025

During the week beginning Monday, Oct. 6, these former City of Des Moines area high school athletes will be in action.

Grassley urges DHS action after report finds lapses in tracking immigration parole expirations

By D. D. Hallman | Oct 2, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has called on Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem to address issues related to the tracking and enforcement of parole expirations for noncitizens.

Congressman Zach Nunn comments on government shutdown and advocates for Iowa agriculture

By B. R. Jones | Oct 2, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn addressed constituents through posts made on October 1 and October 2, 2025.

Chuck Grassley addresses government shutdown blame and advocates for USDA relocation to Iowa

By N. I. Skinner | Oct 2, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley used his X account on October 1-2, 2025, to criticize Senate Democrats regarding a government shutdown and promote relocating USDA projects to Ames, Iowa.

Zach Nunn highlights impact of government shutdown on Iowa troops in October statements

By N. I. Skinner | Oct 2, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn issued several posts on October 2, 2025 highlighting deadlines for service academy applications as well as drawing attention to how the ongoing government shutdown affects Iowa National Guard members deployed overseas.

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.

Grassley calls for transparency in superintendent’s arrest; discusses rural utilities and crime policy

By N. I. Skinner | Oct 1, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley issued public statements between September 30 and October 1, calling for transparency regarding the arrest of Des Moines school superintendent Ian Roberts, meeting with rural electric leaders about federal reforms, and...

Senate Judiciary Committee advances judicial and attorney nominations

By N. J. Kirk | Oct 1, 2025

The Senate Judiciary Committee has moved forward with several judicial and prosecutorial nominations.

Iowa lawmakers urge USDA to move agricultural research projects to Ames

By N. J. Kirk | Oct 1, 2025

Senators Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst, together with Representatives Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Ashley Hinson, Zach Nunn, Randy Feenstra, and Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, have formally requested that Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins consider...

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.

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Which former City of Des Moines area high school stars will compete on Saturday, Oct. 4?

By R. C. Rainey | Oct 1, 2025

Saturday, Oct. 4 will feature competition from these former City of Des Moines area high school standouts.

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.

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...

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...

Zach Nunn addresses immigration enforcement, Russian aggression, and government funding

By N. I. Skinner | Sep 30, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn posted on September 30, 2025 about DOJ immigration actions, Russian military escalation against Ukraine, and debates over U.S. government funding measures.

Family and kids event this week in City of Des Moines: Sept. 28 - Oct. 4

By G. N. Wallace | Sep 29, 2025

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

Senator Grassley covers farm aid, shutdowns, trade, immigration reform and Middle East talks

By D. D. Hallman | Sep 29, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley has released his weekly Capitol Hill Report, covering a range of current legislative and policy issues.

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