Des Moines Sun

Senator Chuck Grassley, representing Iowa in the U.S. Senate, posted a series of messages on November 4, 2025, addressing local elections, food insecurity concerns among Iowans, and a high-profile court case.

In his first post at 13:52 UTC, Grassley encouraged civic participation in the state's elections: "Get out & vote 2day in ur local elections Polls are open in Iowa from 7AM to 8PM Be sure ur voice is heard thru the ballot box".

Later that morning at 14:44 UTC, Grassley highlighted constituent concerns about food access amid ongoing political disputes: "I’ve got Iowans calling my office asking me where they can get food for their families. This is a sad commentary on the politics in a nation of abundance

let’s feed the American ppl with the bipartisan cooperation they deserve & OPEN THE GOVT".

By mid-afternoon at 16:52 UTC, Grassley addressed a recent development involving Erika Kirk and her request for courtroom transparency following her husband's assassination: "Erika Kirk, wife of assassinated conservative leader Charlie Kirk, has made the emotional appeal to hv cameras in the courtroom at the trial of her husband’s murderer. I commend her for this brave plea".

Grassley's remarks reflect his ongoing engagement with both state and national issues. As one of Iowa's senior senators and a longstanding figure in Congress, he frequently uses social media to communicate directly with constituents about legislative matters and public concerns. His posts come during a period marked by heightened attention to government operations and public transparency.