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Senate Judiciary Committee advances nominations for First and Ninth Circuit courts

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 3, 2025

This week, the Senate is set to vote on two nominees for the U.S. Courts of Appeals.

Chuck Grassley addresses nursing workforce and criticizes effects of government shutdown

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 3, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley used social media on November 3, 2025, to highlight discussions about nursing education and criticize disruptions in government services caused by partisan conflict.

Chuck Grassley addresses government funding standoff and internship program in recent posts

By I. S. Corley | Nov 3, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted on November 3, 2025 about congressional funding disputes and highlighted his office's internship program.

City of Des Moines announces family and kids event for Nov. 2-8

By G. N. Wallace | Nov 2, 2025

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

Chuck Grassley voices concerns over prolonged government shutdown in recent posts

By N. I. Skinner | Nov 2, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted a series of statements on November 1 and 2, 2025 criticizing Senate Democrats over an ongoing government shutdown.

Zach Nunn addresses impact of shutdown and trade developments in recent posts

By B. R. Jones | Nov 2, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn commented on social media about the ongoing government shutdown as of early November 2025, highlighting its effects on essential services and first responders while also discussing recent advances in soybean trade...

Chuck Grassley cites risks to food aid during prolonged government shutdown

By I. S. Corley | Nov 1, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley posted several statements on November 1, 2025 criticizing Senate Democrats for their role in an ongoing government shutdown.

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Who are the ex-high school stars from City of Des Moines area competing on Tuesday, Nov. 4?

By R. C. Rainey | Nov 1, 2025

These former City of Des Moines high school stars set for games on Tuesday, Nov. 4.

Grassley addresses farm sector consolidation amid rising input costs

By N. J. Kirk | Oct 31, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley, the only grain farmer currently serving in the United States Senate, recently discussed his decision to hold a Judiciary Committee hearing on consolidation within the farm sector.

Congressman Zach Nunn addresses Halloween greetings, soybean trade deal, and government shutdown

By I. S. Corley | Oct 31, 2025

Congressman Zach Nunn posted on October 31 about Halloween safety wishes, a major soybean export agreement with China following negotiations led by President Trump, and urged Democrats to help end an ongoing government shutdown by passing a...

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Which high school alumni from City of Des Moines area will play in games during the week starting Monday, Nov. 3?

By B. R. Jones | Oct 31, 2025

These former City of Des Moines area high school standouts will be competing during the week of Monday, Nov. 3.

Family and kids events this November in City of Des Moines

By S. T. Sherman | Oct 30, 2025

Don't miss out on these family and kids s happening in City of Des Moines this month.

Grassley, Hassan reintroduce bipartisan bill targeting counterfeit pill production

By D. D. Hallman | Oct 30, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley and Senator Maggie Hassan have reintroduced the Stop Pills that Kill Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at reducing the production of counterfeit prescription pills containing substances such as...

Lawmakers seek answers from Army over future of Rock Island Arsenal under transformation plan

By N. J. Kirk | Oct 30, 2025

Senators Chuck Grassley, Tammy Duckworth, and Dick Durbin, along with Representative Eric Sorensen, met with Acting Army Materiel Commander Lieutenant General Christopher Mohan to discuss the potential effects of the Army Transformation Initiative...

Grassley releases details on subpoenas issued in 'Arctic Frost' investigation

By D. D. Hallman | Oct 29, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has released information about 197 subpoenas issued by former Special Counsel Jack Smith and his team as part of the investigation into President Trump, known as “Arctic Frost.” The...

Senate Judiciary Committee releases details on subpoenas in 'Arctic Frost' investigation

By N. E. Ball | Oct 29, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has released details of 197 subpoenas issued by former Special Counsel Jack Smith and his team in the investigation known as “Arctic Frost.” The case, which began at the Federal Bureau of...

Grassley presses trade nominees on phosphate duties and agricultural market access

By N. E. Ball | Oct 29, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) questioned nominees for the U.S. Trade Representative’s office about trade policies affecting Iowa farmers during a hearing in Washington.

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Which ex-high school standouts featured in City of Des Moines will compete on Saturday, Nov. 1?

By R. C. Rainey | Oct 29, 2025

On Saturday, Nov. 1, these former City of Des Moines area high school standouts will be in action.

Grassley investigates major foundations over funding links with Chinese entities

By D. D. Hallman | Oct 28, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley has initiated an inquiry into the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, and the Ford Foundation regarding their compliance with tax laws governing charitable...

Senate Judiciary Committee examines rising seed and fertilizer costs affecting U.S. farmers

By N. E. Ball | Oct 28, 2025

The Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing on October 28, 2025, to address rising input costs in the agricultural sector, particularly for seed and fertilizer.

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