Des Moines Sun

Congressman Zach Nunn, who represents Iowa's 3rd Congressional District, has used his social media platform to address the ongoing government shutdown and its impact on Iowans. In a series of posts between November 9 and November 10, 2025, Nunn discussed the concerns of local farmers and the actions taken by his office during the shutdown.

On November 9, Nunn highlighted the needs of agricultural producers in Iowa. He wrote, "Iowa farmers are asking for certainty as they move one of our best harvests from the field to the market. We'll keep fighting for the producers who feed and fuel the world. "

Later that day, he addressed how his office is responding to the shutdown: "I'm not taking a paycheck. My staff is working without pay. Our offices remain OPEN and we're continuing the fight for Iowa families who are paying the price for this shutdown."

In a post dated November 10, Nunn commented on bipartisan efforts related to ending the shutdown: "This shutdown was never a red or blue issue. It was about setting aside partisan differences and political goals to deliver for servicemembers, federal workers, SNAP/WIC beneficiaries, farmers, small businesses, and families. While I'm grateful 8 Senate Democrats joined us to"

Government shutdowns have historically disrupted services across multiple sectors including agriculture and public assistance programs such as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and WIC (Women, Infants & Children). During these periods, congressional offices sometimes remain open with staff working without pay in order to assist constituents.

Nunn’s comments reflect broader concerns among lawmakers regarding service interruptions affecting federal employees as well as recipients of government aid programs during funding lapses.