President Donald Trump's proposed 2020 budget is the subject of multiple hearings this week before the U.S. Senate Finance Committee, chaired by Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley. The president's spending plan reportedly calls for a 31% reduction in funding to the Environmental Protection Agency. … [Read more...]
Senator Grassley says process will sort out candidates running for president
As another one of his U.S. Senate colleagues joined the presidential race this morning, Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley responds to a prediction that as many as 30 Democrats will be running for the White House by the time the Iowa Caucuses arrive early next year. "I thought 17 were too many in the … [Read more...]
Senator Grassley optimistic compromise bill will keep the government open
With a Friday deadline looming to avoid another partial federal government shutdown, Congressional Democrats and Republicans have reached an agreement, at least in principle, over border security. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley, a Republican, says he's hopeful all parties, including President Trump, … [Read more...]
Four of six members of Iowa delegation reveal guests for Trump’s speech tonight
Four of the Iowans who serve in congress have announced who they've invited to use their guest ticket to tonight's State of the Union address. First District Congresswoman Abby Finkenauer, a Democrat from Dubuque, has invited a furloughed federal employee. Jesse Wegner of West Union is president … [Read more...]
Both Iowa Senators to serve on escort committee for State of the Union
In what's believed to be a first, both of Iowa's U.S. senators will be on the Presidential Escort Committee for tonight's State of the Union Address. Senator Joni Ernst has the honor as vice chair of the Republican Caucus, while Senator Chuck Grassley is now Senate President Pro Tempore. Grassley … [Read more...]
Senator Grassley hopes House Speaker will negotiate on budget
Many federal workers and others are highly concerned we'll face another government shutdown when the current extension expires on February 15th. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley, a Republican, says he's hopeful "we've learned a lesson" and that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a Democrat, can reach a … [Read more...]
Senator Grassley says he is supporting and praying for Senator Ernst
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says he is praying for his colleague and fellow Senator Joni Ernst. The private life of Senator Ernst has become very public lately, with the release of documents surrounding her divorce. There are allegations of extramarital affairs, physical abuse by her … [Read more...]
Senator Grassley not sure votes are there to end federal shutdown
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says he doesn’t expect there’s enough support to reopen the federal government at Thursday night’s vote. Grassley a Republican was asked about the government shutdown during stop at an Charles City business. He says negotiations between House leaders and the President … [Read more...]
Grassley finds no progress in trade talks with China
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says he recently met with U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, who reported no progress on key issues in last week's trade talks with China. "He (Lighthizer) said that there hasn't been any progress made in structural changes that need to be made, including … [Read more...]
Senator Grassley doesn’t disagree with House action against King
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says it's no surprise fellow Iowa Republican Congressman Steve King is being punished for his comments about white supremacy. Grassley notes Republican House leaders have stripped King of his committee assignments and some Democrats are calling for King's censure. … [Read more...]