This morning, Republican presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz released a video telling the story of Dick and Betty Odgaard, the Iowa couple who recently had to shut down their business, Gortz Haus, as a result of the Iowa Civil Rights Commission’s efforts to force them to host a same-sex […]
Every time someone has criticized Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, he has swung back — hard. So, when the Des Moines Register’s Editorial Board stated The Donald should exit the race, it’s hard to imagine they didn’t expect a response. Boy, did they get one. “I am not at all […]
In the hours following the explosive reveal of video that shows Planned Parenthood Federation of America’s director of medical services, Dr. Deborah Nucatola, talking about the sale of body parts from aborted babies, Planned Parenthood said the video was “heavily edited” to create the impression body parts were being sold […]
The much anticipated Family Leadership Summit held in Ames over the weekend was expected to be the talk of politics, but it’s hard to imagine anyone expected the talk to be what it is right now. And, unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past 48 hours, […]
From Press Release U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) secured the inclusion of tax incentives for wind energy, biodiesel and cellulosic ethanol in the bipartisan tax extenders bill the Finance Committee will consider on Tuesday. The bill also contains long-time Grassley-sponsored provisions on tax deductions for higher education tuition and school supplies […]
By The Iowa Statesman It’s safe to say there are few who weren’t outraged after viewing the video of a top Planned Parenthood official detailing how the organization sells the organs and body parts of aborted babies to be used in scientific research. And now, a wide-ranging group of […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee today released a new video titled “Reconciliation” which highlights his record fighting for racial reconciliation in the deep South. In the video, he says, “Government can make sure the doors of every public building are open to […]
From Press Release Governor Terry E. Branstad today announced appointments to Iowa’s boards and commissions. The following individuals’ appointments are effective July 16, unpaid, and are not subject to Iowa Senate confirmation. Prison Industries Advisory Board Jennifer Foster, Des Moines Mississippi River Parkway Planning Commission Martin Graber, […]
From Press Release Today, U.S. Rep. Rod Blum (R-IA 1) issued the following statement regarding his “no” vote on HR 3038, the House’s temporary reauthorization of the Highway Trust Fund. “As a career small businessman, I know from a lifetime of experience that uncertainty is the enemy of businesses. […]
From Press Release Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad yesterday issued a proclamation of disaster emergency for Jefferson and Wayne counties in response to recent severe weather. The governor’s proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of severe storms and flooding that significantly […]
From Press Release The Senate this week unanimously cleared bipartisan legislation to extend an expiring antitrust exemption that allows certain colleges and universities to collaborate on issues of need-based financial aid. The legislation, introduced by Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley, Ranking Member Patrick Leahy and Senator Mike Lee, was […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham announced this morning he will return to Iowa this weekend, making stops in Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Clinton, Davenport, Muscatine, Knoxville, and Ames. Along the way, he will participate in the Americans for Peace, Prosperity, and Security Forum in Cedar […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham on Wednesday addressed the importance of protecting the valuable role that the early primary states play in vetting and testing the candidates, the danger of nationalizing the primary, and the Republican National Committee’s responsibility to ensure that the Iowa […]
From Press Release U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, is making inquiries to Planned Parenthood and the Justice Department following media reports of a video describing in detail Planned Parenthood’s role in the harvesting of fetal tissue. The video shows Planned Parenthood’s Senior Director […]
From Press Release U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) to the floor of the Senate to speak in support of the Every Child Achieves Act, also known among critics as “No Child Left Behind 2.0.” He said the legislation was a “step in the direction” of rolling back burdensome federal […]
From Press Release Cruz for President National Spesman Rick Tyler released the following statement regarding U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz’s bo A Time for Truth ranking #7 on the most recent New York Times bestseller list. “What’s transpired at the New York Times in the last two weeks raises troubling […]
From Press Release U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, made the following statement after President Obama’s speech at the NAACP Annual Convention. During that speech, the President made note of the disproportionate number of minorities in prison and the need to address the issue. […]
By The Iowa Statesman Republican presidential candidates U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, former U.S. Sen. Rick Santorum, and Donald Trump will be returning to Iowa this weekend, in part because of the Family Leadership Summit to be held Saturday at Stephens Auditorium on the Iowa State University campus in Ames. […]
From Press Release This morning, Republican presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio authored an op-ed via Breitbart News titled “Clinton is no ready for challenge of Iran than Obama.” An excerpt of the editorial follows. • • • After years of negotiations and repeated concessions, the Obama administration […]
From Press Release U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley spe Tuesday to members of the American Soybean Association. The following were his prepared remarks. • • • Good afternoon — thank you for inviting me to speak with you today, I always enjoy seeing farmers in our nation’s Capital. I know […]
By the Iowa Public Information Board The Iowa Supreme Court ruled in April 1988 that under a 1984 amendment to Chapter 22 public agencies can make job applications confidential. In City of Sioux City v. Greater Sioux City Press Club, 421 N.W.2d 895 (Iowa 1988), a five-member panel of […]
From Press Release U.S. Rep. Rod Blum (R-IA 1) issued the following statement reacting to the news the Obama Administration had completed an agreement between Iran and the P5+1 countries regarding Iran’s nuclear capabilities. “I cannot stress enough my concerns about negotiating with the world’s largest state sponsor of […]
From Press Release Last week Congressman David Young (R-IA 3) and his colleague – Congressman Jared Polis (D-CO) introduced H.R. 2960: To Aid Gifted and High-Ability Learners by Empowering the Nation’s Teachers Act. This legislation los to meet the growing needs of our talented and gifted students in underserved […]
Editor’s Note: the following article has been updated to include from U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst and U.S. Rep. Steve King. From Press Release U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) today made the following comment on the announcement of a nuclear agreement with Iran. “I’ve always been skeptical about […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee will campaign across Iowa this Friday and Saturday, July 17-18. The following are the details of his stops. Friday, July 17 7:30 a.m. — McOtto’s restaurant, 100 Chamber Drive, Anamosa 11:30 a.m. — The Grove at the […]
From Press Release Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad today signed a disaster emergency proclamation extension for 18 Iowa counties adversely affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza, which would assist with disposal and clean-up efforts on affects sites. The original proclamation, which was signed on Monday, June 15, was set to […]
By The Iowa Statesman No, seriously … you won’t believe it. In a video released this morning by The Center for Medical Progress, Dr. Deborah Nucatola, senior director of medical services for Planned Parenthood Federation of America, is seen discussing a sale with an undercover investigator posing as a […]
By The Iowa Statesman Introduced by his wife at an event hosted by his two sons in Waukesha, WI, Gov. Scott Walker officially became a Republican presidential candidate this evening before a packed house at the Waukesha Expo Center. During the speech, which frequently elicited lengthy applause, he focused […]
As is usually the case in presidential politics, especially this early in the race, a lot has happened in the past week, even if the heads have been dominated by one or two particular candidates. The bottom-dwellers really haven’t done much to improve their standing, and it seems unlikely any […]
From Press Release Gov. Terry Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds today announced that six communities are in the second round of sites to achieve certification through the Iowa Economic Development Authority certified site program. These six sites are located in the communities of Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Norwalk, Marion, Mason […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. Sen. Rick Santorum will return to Iowa July 15-18 for a campaign swing through southeast Iowa. The 2012 Iowa Republican Caucus winner’s campaign indicated additional events will be added in the coming days, but his current itinerary follows. Wednesday, July […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee will speak at the 10th Annual Christians United for Israel Washington Summit Candidate Forum today in Washington, DC. He is scheduled to host a media availability at 11:30 a.m., and speak to the noon. The Summit is being […]
From Press Release Soon-to-be (later today) Republican presidential candidate Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker released a new video this morning titled “Scott Walker for America” laying out his strong record as a reformer, fighter and winner in Wisconsin. “America needs new, fresh leadership with big, bold ideas from outside of […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio has raised $13.2 million in hard dollars and has over $10.25 million in the bank, according to reports to be filed with the Federal Election Commission. The total includes $12 million raised for his presidential campaign and $1.2 million […]
By The Iowa Statesman Republican presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham appeared on CNN’s “State of the Union” this morning from Manchester, NH, where he discussed the latest on the Iran nuclear negotiations and his 2016 presidential run. Senator Graham’s interview with Dana Bash comes during a campaign trip […]
From Press Release U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) will host a town meeting Saturday, July 18, in Mahaska County as part of her 99 county tour on July 18th. This town meeting, set to begin at 2:30 p.m. at Smey Row, 109 S Market Street in Oskaloosa, will be open […]
From Press Release Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds today was named chair of the National Lieutenant Governors Association at the group’s annual meeting in Indianapolis, IN. Reynolds, a second-term lieutenant governor, has previously served as chair-elect, treasurer, and chair of International Relations Committee and the Policy Resolutions Committee of the […]
From Press Release U.S. Rep. Steve King made the following statement after introducing the House Resolution of disapproving the Supreme Court’s opinion legalizing same-sex marriage. “The traditional definition of marriage is a union between one man and one woman,” he said. “In a blatant act of judicial activism, the […]
From Press Release U.S. Rep. Rod Blum (R-IA 1) has signed on as an original co-sponsor of “Kate’s Law,” introduced by U.S. Rep. Matt Salmon (R-AZ) in response to the tragic murder of 32-year-old San Francisco woman Kate Steinle by an illegal immigrant with a felony record who had […]
By The Iowa Statesman Republican presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio addressed the National Right to Life Convention in New Orleans this morning. During the speech, he addressed the sanctity of all life, and discussed his vision for “creating a New American Century through innovative conservative reforms.” Scroll down […]
From Press Release U.S. Reps. Steve King (R-IA 4) and Pete Sessions (R-TX) released the following statement Thursday regarding their recent letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) requesting an update to King’s 2005 and 2011 studies on crimes committed by criminal aliens. “President Obama’s refusal to enforce our […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Rand Paul joined Greta Van Susteren on the FOX News Channel Thursday evening to discuss his solution to sanctuary cities. A clip of the interview can be found below.
From Press Release U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley expressed frustration with the administration’s unwillingness to take action against communities that refuse to cooperate with federal immigration officials’ efforts to deport criminal aliens. Some state and local governments and law enforcement jurisdictions have adopted policies and practices to […]
From Press Release In an effort to protect investors and strengthen oversight and accountability of Wall Street, U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Chuck Grassley (R-IA) are introducing bipartisan legislation to strengthen the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) ability to crack down on violations of securities laws. The Stronger […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump announced Thursday three Iowa co-chairs: Colonel Brian Miller from Sioux City, and Tana Goertz, and Richard “Dick” Thornton, both from Des Moines. Tana Goertz appeared in season 3 of “The Apprentice” and was the runner-up in the season finale. Goertz has […]
By The Iowa Statesman U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) has released his weekly video address in which he discusses the Every Child Achieves Act, which some education critics have dubbed “No Child Left Behind 2.0.” In his speech, Grassley is largely supportive of the bill, which passed out of […]
From Press Release Republican presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham outd his national security agenda yesterday as the inaugural guest at the Atlantic Council’s series “America’s Role in the World” in Washington, DC. He addressed a wide range of foreign policy issues, including the negotiations with Iran, defeating radical Islam, […]
From Press Release Senator Chuck Grassley will hold three town meetings in Calhoun, Carroll, and Sac counties on Saturday, July 25, as part of his annual 99-county tour. He has held a meeting in each of Iowa’s 99 counties at least once every year since he was first elected […]
From Press Release Senate Judiciary Committee members are pressing Department of Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson on the department’s enforcement priorities which are, “Contrary to law and pose(s) direct threats to public safety,” the senators wrote in a letter to Johnson. The members wrote about the deaths of Kathryn […]
From Press Release U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) questioned the panel Wednesday at a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing titled, “Stopping an Avian Influenza Threat to Animal and Public Health” on the need for a plan to prevent a future outbreak of such magnitude. The Iowa […]
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