by O. Kay Henderson | Oct 19, 2023 | News, Politics & Government
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst says the U.S. needs to ensure humanitarian aid for Gaza goes directly to the people who need it and not into the hands of Hamas terrorists. “With Americans still being held hostage by Hamas and the death toll of our fellow citizens...
by O. Kay Henderson | Oct 10, 2023 | News, Politics & Government
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst today met in person with Israel’s top leaders as they respond to terror attacks that started over the weekend. After the meeting, Ernst told Radio Iowa that Hamas needs to be destroyed. “We’re talking about a terrorist...
by O. Kay Henderson | Oct 9, 2023 | News, Politics & Government
All six Republicans who represent Iowa in the U-S House and Senate are condemning the terrorist attack in Israel and vowing to support renewed U.S. funding for Israel’s defense. Third district Congressman Zach Nunn calls the attack “barbaric” and...
by Dar Danielson | Sep 21, 2023 | Military, News, Politics & Government
The U.S. Senate voted 96-1 today to confirm General Randy George of Alden, Iowa as the new Army Chief of Staff. Iowa Senator Joni Ernst spoke in favor of George’s nomination on the Senate floor. “General George is a decorated war fighter with extensive...
by O. Kay Henderson | Sep 13, 2023 | News, Politics & Government
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst says the impeachment inquiry into President Biden is part of the oversight function congress has over the executive branch. “The House is really leading on this charge and I do actually have concerns about what’s been uncovered so...