We have just 9 days remaining until a U.S. Government shutdown due to a lack of funding. This is no time to take a break, so while some may bolt town before the weekend, I’m staying here to work on passing a fiscally responsible solution that cuts wasteful spending while protecting the critical programs Iowans rely on.
The bickering from my attention-seeking colleagues in Washington, D.C. is about to lead to very real consequences for Iowans. For example:
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Head Start programs, which are federally funded, will close leaving many low-income families without childcare options.
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Our country’s men and women in uniform will stop receiving paychecks but will still be expected to show up to work to protect our national security.
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Farmers, who are headed into their fields for the long days and nights of harvest, will have critical support cut off during this important season.
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Travelers will see delays obtaining passports, getting through TSA checkpoints, and taking off at airports.
I came to D.C. to work for you and bring commonsense Iowa values to the Capitol. You won’t see me making a scene on TV because I’m 100% focused on actually getting the job done for Iowans. I’ll keep you updated on our fight!