Des Moines Sun

Congressman Zach Nunn, who represents Iowa's 3rd congressional district, shared updates on community engagement and legislative priorities in a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter) over the weekend.

On September 6, Nunn highlighted his participation in a major state sporting event, writing, "Nothing beats a CyHawk Saturday. Great to be in Ames today celebrating Iowa’s biggest rivalry and a tradition that brings the whole state together!"

The following day, he addressed concerns about veterans' mental health support. In a post dated September 7, Nunn stated, "Too many Iowa veterans return home and face new challenges in readjusting to civilian life. We’re working across the aisle to expand mental health resources and ensure every veteran has the support they need." Efforts to improve access to mental health care for veterans have been ongoing at both state and federal levels as policymakers respond to increasing awareness of post-service adjustment issues.

Later on September 7, Nunn described his meeting with local officials in Jefferson: "Grateful for the chance to meet with city and community leaders in Jefferson. We talked about local challenges, new opportunities, and ways to support small businesses. These conversations help guide the solutions we're leading in D.C. to keep Iowa strong." Such meetings are part of regular outreach efforts by members of Congress to remain informed about constituent needs.

The CyHawk game referenced by Nunn is an annual football matchup between Iowa State University and the University of Iowa that draws significant attention statewide. Community engagement events like these provide elected officials opportunities for direct interaction with residents.