Des Moines Sun

Senator Chuck Grassley held a series of Q&A sessions in Iowa on August 27, 2025, addressing local concerns related to agriculture, trade, and economic issues.

During a session at White River Nutrition in Creston with 21 participants, Grassley stated: "Q&A at White River Nutrition in Creston 21ppl issues: profitability in ag trade biofuels transportation consolidation supporting family farms etc #99countymeetings https://t.co/IbM20ipFLP" (August 27, 2025).

Later the same day, Grassley met with 14 people at Glendenning Motor Company in Mt Ayr. He noted the topics discussed: "Q&A at Glendenning Motor Company in Mt Ayr 14ppl issues: tariffs emissions regulations soybean exports fed rates school safety cost of farming wind energy car loans etc #99countymeetings https://t.co/jjPBSA9EqY" (August 27, 2025).

In Lamoni, at Delta Metals, Grassley toured the facility and held another Q&A with 34 attendees. He posted: "Tour/Q&A at Delta Metals in Lamoni 34ppl issues: interest rates US Attorneys 340b pbm reform eminent domain public schools Mrs G lawnmowers etc #99countymeetings https://t.co/UfCo6TBBLg" (August 27, 2025).

Grassley's meetings are part of his ongoing "99 County Meetings" tour across Iowa. This initiative is an annual effort where he visits each county in the state to hear directly from constituents about their concerns and priorities.