Des Moines Sun

Senator Chuck Grassley shared several updates on his official social media account on October 8, 2025. Grassley, a senior U.S. Senator from Iowa, commented on the ongoing government shutdown, legislative actions regarding Israel, and a federal law enforcement nomination.

In a post made at 12:46 UTC, Grassley referenced the ongoing government shutdown by stating, "2day is day 8 of the Schumer Shutdown".

Later that day, at 15:52 UTC, Grassley addressed the second anniversary of the October 7 attack against Israel. He wrote, "2 yrs after the horrific Oct 7 attack against Israel I joined Sen Ernst Sen Fetterman & all GOP senators in a resolution condemning Iran backed Hamas & calling 4 the return of ALL hostages & supporting an outcome that ensures the forever survival of Israel".

In another update posted at 22:37 UTC, Grassley discussed his support for Iowa County Sheriff Robert Rotter's nomination as U.S. Marshal for Iowa's Northern District. He stated, "I was glad 2join Sen Ernst in recommending Iowa Co Sheriff Robert Rotter 2b US Marshal for Iowa's Northern District Sheriff Rotter hs ovr 30 yrs of law enforcement experience & is an excellent candidate to serve&protect the ppl of Iowa Thx 2 Pres Trump 4 taking our recommendation".

The government shutdown referenced by Grassley has led to temporary closure or limited operation of several federal agencies due to budget disagreements in Congress. The "Schumer Shutdown" label refers to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, whom some Republicans have held responsible for the impasse.

Grassley's remarks about Israel follow ongoing bipartisan concern in Congress over Middle East security and continued support for Israel following attacks attributed to Hamas. The resolution he mentioned reflects longstanding U.S. policy condemning terrorism and advocating for the release of hostages.

Sheriff Robert Rotter has served more than three decades in law enforcement. The process for appointing U.S. Marshals involves presidential nomination and Senate confirmation; President Donald Trump previously nominated candidates based on recommendations from state senators.