Des Moines Sun

Senator Chuck Grassley, representing Iowa, shared updates on October 7, 2025, regarding recent developments involving Iowans and federal appointments. Grassley’s posts highlighted the recognition of a World War II veteran, the confirmation of two U.S. Attorneys, and the appointment of an Iowan to a key education role.

In his first post, Grassley noted the identification and commemoration of a local World War II veteran, stating on October 7, 2025: "2day Iowa honors 1 of our own WWII vet 2nd Lt. Blaine B. Wilcox frm Pacific Junction He made the ultimate sacrifice 81 yrs ago Pleased that Wilcox has been identified & he will get the memorial he deserves God Bless our vets & Gold Star families!"

Later that day, Grassley announced the confirmation of two U.S. Attorneys for Iowa. On October 7, 2025, he wrote: "GR8 NEWS David Waterman & Leif Olson were just confirmed to be US Attys for Iowa Waterman&Olson r both highly qualified and will faithfully serve the ppl of Iowa Glad 2 see them&other US attys confirmed Americans need these officials in place who will help keep them SAFE"

Grassley also acknowledged the confirmation of David Barker as Assistant Secretary for Postsecondary Education at the Department of Education. On October 7, 2025, he posted: "Proud of my friend + fellow Iowan David Barker of Iowa CONFIRMED 2b Asst Secretary for Postsecondary Education at Dept of Education He will bring Iowa commonsense/work ethic to the job"

Grassley, a senior U.S. Senator from Iowa, has frequently used his platform to highlight federal appointments and honor military service. The identification and memorialization of Second Lieutenant Blaine B. Wilcox reflect ongoing national efforts to recognize missing service members from past conflicts. The confirmations of Waterman and Olson come amid routine Senate procedures to fill key federal legal positions across the country, while Barker’s appointment aligns with federal priorities to strengthen leadership in postsecondary education.