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Senator Grassley warns of mounting pressures facing Iowa's farm economy

As harvest season progresses, concerns are rising among Iowa farmers about the state of the U.S. farm economy.

By R. M. Machado | Sep 26, 2025

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Grassley and Durbin question major firms’ reliance on H‑1B visas after mass layoffs

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Ranking Member Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) have raised concerns about the hiring practices of major U.S. corporations in the technology, finance, and retail sectors.

By R. M. Machado | Sep 25, 2025

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Grassley comments on indictment of former FBI Director James Comey

By Y. P. Silverman | Sep 25, 2025

U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has responded to the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey.

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Grassley joins bipartisan call for phosphate addition to critical minerals list

By R. M. Machado | Sep 24, 2025

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), along with Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Representative Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), and 65 other lawmakers, has called on U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum to add phosphate to the U.S. Critical Minerals...

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Grassley urges DOJ and ATF to stop alleged retaliation against whistleblower

By Y. P. Silverman | Sep 24, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has urged the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to end what he describes as ongoing retaliation against whistleblower Afolabi...

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2025: Measles cases in Iowa up as of week ending Sept. 13

By D. E. Ruiz | Sep 23, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Iowa for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Sept. 6.

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Grassley urges end to DHS work permits for foreign students citing jobs, security risks

By R. M. Machado | Sep 23, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, urging the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to stop issuing work authorizations to student visa holders.

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Grassley’s Capitol Hill Report discusses shutdowns, Farm Bill, trade with China, and Gaza talks

By E. H. Little | Sep 23, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley has released his weekly Capitol Hill Report, covering several current legislative topics.

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How many seasonal agricultural visas were requested by Iowa employers during 2024?

By L. K. Wheeler | Sep 18, 2025

In 2024, 2,638 H-2A petitions were filed by employers located in Iowa, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

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CDC Reports: Measles cases in Iowa this year escalate as of week ending Sept. 6

By D. E. Ruiz | Sep 17, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Iowa for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Aug. 30.

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Grassley and Luján seek expanded Medicare payments for pharmacist-provided medical services

By Y. P. Silverman | Sep 16, 2025

Senators Chuck Grassley and Ben Ray Luján have reintroduced bipartisan legislation aimed at increasing access to medical services for older Americans in underserved areas.

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Grassley presses new FBI director on Epstein probe and agency reforms

By R. M. Machado | Sep 16, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) questioned FBI Director Kash Patel during an oversight hearing in Washington, focusing on several high-profile issues involving the agency.

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Grassley joins bipartisan effort seeking study into rising U.S. fertilizer costs

By R. M. Machado | Sep 16, 2025

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Grassley discusses Russian sanctions and Iowa Senate race in weekly report

By Y. P. Silverman | Sep 15, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley has released his weekly Capitol Hill Report for September 15, 2025.

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Grassley proposes bill aimed at preventing future U.S. government shutdowns

By R. M. Machado | Sep 12, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley has reintroduced the Prevent Government Shutdowns Act, aiming to address recurring budget impasses in Congress.

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Which type of Iowa companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q2?

By R. D. Dean | Sep 11, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 10 inspections at eight Food and Cosmetics companies from Iowa in the second quarter of 2025.

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Grassley and Ernst reintroduce bill requiring clear disclosure of student loan interest

By Y. P. Silverman | Sep 11, 2025

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Grassley questions IRS nominees on whistleblower program delays and clean fuels credit guidance

By E. H. Little | Sep 10, 2025

At a Senate Finance Committee nominations hearing, Sen.

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Grassley honors Four Oaks with Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute's award

By E. H. Little | Sep 10, 2025

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has presented Four Oaks Foster & Adoptive Family Connections with the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute’s “Angels in Adoption” award.

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Grassley presses Meta over child privacy concerns during Senate subcommittee hearing

By R. M. Machado | Sep 9, 2025

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) addressed the issue of child protection on social media platforms during a subcommittee hearing focused on Meta’s practices.