Grassley questions federal judges over alleged use of AI in error-filled rulings

By N. J. Kirk | Oct 6, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has sent letters to two federal judges, raising concerns about their possible use of generative artificial intelligence in drafting court orders that contained significant factual errors.

Grassley reveals FBI collected phone data from GOP senators in Arctic Frost probe

By N. J. Kirk | Oct 6, 2025

An FBI document obtained by Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, shows that the FBI collected phone tolling data from eight Republican senators and one Republican House member as part of its Arctic Frost...

Family and kids event this week in City of Des Moines: Oct. 5-11

By G. N. Wallace | Oct 5, 2025

Don't miss out on this family and kids event happening in City of Des Moines this week.

Congressman Zach Nunn comments on government shutdown impacts and agriculture in Iowa

By B. R. Jones | Oct 5, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn addressed the ongoing government shutdown and its impact on Iowans through several posts made in early October 2025.

Congressman Zach Nunn criticizes Senate Democrats amid ongoing government shutdown

By I. S. Corley | Oct 4, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn posted several updates on October 3-4 regarding the ongoing government shutdown and criticized Senate Democrats' demands during negotiations.

Grassley comments on school hiring probe, police bills delay, and government shutdown

By N. I. Skinner | Oct 4, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted on social media about an Iowa House investigation into school hiring practices (October 3), delays in police-related legislation (October 3), and the ongoing government shutdown (October 4).

Chuck Grassley addresses 'Schumer Shutdown' and farmer concerns in series of tweets

By N. I. Skinner | Oct 3, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley commented on October 3, 2025 about the ongoing government shutdown—calling it the “Schumer Shutdown”—and highlighted economic difficulties facing soybean farmers following a discussion with Ambassador David Perdue.

Chuck Grassley criticizes Democratic policies on government funding, biofuels, and immigration enforcement

By B. R. Jones | Oct 3, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley published a series of posts on October 2-3, 2025 criticizing Democratic leadership over rural hospital funding cuts, supporting domestic biofuel policies, and highlighting lapses in immigration parole tracking by federal...

Grassley addresses rise in DC violent crime at Senate Judiciary Committee hearing

By N. E. Ball | Oct 3, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, recently addressed concerns about rising violent crime in American cities, particularly Washington, D.C. In a Q&A session, Grassley explained his decision to convene a committee...

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Which ex-City of Des Moines area high school athletes are scheduled for action the week starting Monday, Oct. 6?

By B. R. Jones | Oct 3, 2025

During the week beginning Monday, Oct. 6, these former City of Des Moines area high school athletes will be in action.

Grassley urges DHS action after report finds lapses in tracking immigration parole expirations

By D. D. Hallman | Oct 2, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has called on Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem to address issues related to the tracking and enforcement of parole expirations for noncitizens.

Congressman Zach Nunn comments on government shutdown and advocates for Iowa agriculture

By B. R. Jones | Oct 2, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn addressed constituents through posts made on October 1 and October 2, 2025.

Chuck Grassley addresses government shutdown blame and advocates for USDA relocation to Iowa

By N. I. Skinner | Oct 2, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley used his X account on October 1-2, 2025, to criticize Senate Democrats regarding a government shutdown and promote relocating USDA projects to Ames, Iowa.

Zach Nunn highlights impact of government shutdown on Iowa troops in October statements

By N. I. Skinner | Oct 2, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn issued several posts on October 2, 2025 highlighting deadlines for service academy applications as well as drawing attention to how the ongoing government shutdown affects Iowa National Guard members deployed overseas.

Grassley leads lawmakers urging EPA action on import RIN reduction rule

By N. E. Ball | Oct 2, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, led more than 45 members of Congress in calling on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to finalize a rule that would reduce Renewable Identification Numbers...

OMB releases $5 million for PRAC after request from Senators Grassley and Collins

By N. E. Ball | Oct 1, 2025

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has released $5 million to the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee (PRAC), enabling the committee to continue its operations through the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2026.

Grassley calls for transparency in superintendent’s arrest; discusses rural utilities and crime policy

By N. I. Skinner | Oct 1, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley issued public statements between September 30 and October 1, calling for transparency regarding the arrest of Des Moines school superintendent Ian Roberts, meeting with rural electric leaders about federal reforms, and...

Senate Judiciary Committee advances judicial and attorney nominations

By N. J. Kirk | Oct 1, 2025

The Senate Judiciary Committee has moved forward with several judicial and prosecutorial nominations.

Iowa lawmakers urge USDA to move agricultural research projects to Ames