Republican Governor Kim Reynolds held her second annual "Harvest Festival" fundraiser this weekend, critiquing her opponent's debate performance and bringing in reinforcements who stressed a national GOP campaign theme. White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders was the evening's keynote speaker. … [Read more...]
Young and Axne critical of Farm Bureau Health Benefit Plans
The Iowa Farm Bureau's Health Benefit Plans that go on sale November 1 are getting a thumbs down from Republican Congressman David Young and Cindy Axne, his Democratic opponent for Iowa's third district seat. The Farm Bureau plans were designed as a cheaper option for Iowans who buy their own … [Read more...]
Senator Ernst warns oil industry will fight E15 progress
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst today said the oil industry is "already trying to undercut" the president's move toward year-round sales of gas with a higher blend of ethanol. "This has been a battle we've had for years and years and years. It was going on before I came into congress and it will continue … [Read more...]
Libertarian candidate Porter says criminal justice reform needs more attention
Jake Porter, the Libertarian Party's candidate for governor, was near the stage -- in the audience -- for last night's televised debate between Republican Governor Kim Reynolds and Democratic challenger Fred Hubbell. "Criminal justice reform, mental health also things with the budget are just … [Read more...]
Medicaid a flash point in first Reynolds and Hubbell debate
Republican Governor Kim Reynolds and Democratic challenger Fred Hubbell met in their first televised debate tonight, making their case directly to Iowa voters. "We can't afford to go backwards and that's the direction that Fred wants to take the state," Reynolds said during her closing statement in … [Read more...]
It’s debate night number one for Reynolds and Hubbell
The first televised debate between Republican Governor Kim Reynolds and the Democratic Party's nominee for governor Fred Hubbell is tonight. Both candidates have recently rallied with supporters from their own parties, but made no mention of the debate. Hubbell spoke to about 1100 Democrats at a … [Read more...]
Trump offers testimonials for Reynolds, Young in Council Bluffs (AUDIO)
President Trump celebrated what he called "a truly historic week" with a huge crowd of Iowans -- and Nebraskans -- in Council Bluffs last night. Trump began by mentioning the confirmation of conservative Justice Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court. "I especially want to thank an Iowa legend … [Read more...]
Second congressional district candidates Loebsack, Peters and Strauss debate
Three of the candidates running for congress in Iowa's second district say it's time to focus on the costs in America's health care system. Dave Loebsack, a Democrat from Iowa City who is seeking a seventh term in the U.S. House, says there are improvements to be made to the Affordable Care … [Read more...]
Senator Grassley says presidential apology to judge Kavanaugh part of healing process
During last night's ceremonial swearing in, President Trump apologized to U.S. Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh for the "terrible pain and suffering" he and his family endured during the confirmation hearings. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley presided over those hearings and says the president's … [Read more...]
State ag secretary candidates discuss expanded E15 sales
A senior administration official says President Trump will hold an event at the White House today to announce he's paving the way to allow summertime sales of gasoline with a higher percentage of ethanol. Republican Congressman David Young will be at that event in D.C., then fly with the … [Read more...]