As a father of six, I can’t imagine the heartbreak of losing a child to suicide. Yet in Iowa, too many families have faced that unthinkable loss.  Right now, suicide is the third leading cause of death for Iowans aged 10 to 24. This is a wake-up...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere right now. From President Trump’s push to supercharge American leadership to the tools already reshaping our classrooms and workspaces, it’s clear this technological revolution is here to stay.  Zoom out:...

In Iowa, we teach our kids to work hard and make the most of every opportunity — but there’s a growing disconnect between what schools are pushing and what our economy actually needs. The problem: Too many students are told the only path to success...

This year alone, more than 20,000 Iowans will hear the life-changing words: “You have cancer.” Tragically, over 6,000 of our friends, neighbors, and loved ones won’t survive it. Why it matters: Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death in...

Iowa’s farmers don’t just feed our state — they feed and fuel the world. Over the weekend, I joined Iowa growers and producers in Madison County for a roundtable to hear directly from the folks who put food on our tables and bring their priorities...

For too many young families, the dream of owning a first home feels out of reach. Rising costs and outdated federal rules are making it harder to build a life in our rural communities. Why it matters: Affordable housing is the foundation for strong...

This week, the House passed the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) — and we led more amendments than any other Member of Congress to strengthen our military, counter global threats, and keep Iowa communities safe. Why it matters:...

24 years ago today, our country changed forever.  On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 Americans — moms and dads, first responders, and ordinary citizens — were taken from us in a single morning of unimaginable loss. But in the face of tragedy, we...

Iowa farmers feed the nation and fuel the world. They work hard every day, but when disaster hits, decades of investment can be wiped out in minutes. Zoom out: Over the last five years, Iowa farmers lost more than $1.5 billion in crops to natural...

A few weeks ago at the Iowa State Fair, I caught up with the Curry family. They weren’t asking for much. Just a fair tax code that lets them keep more of what they earn and invest in their three kiddos. That's exactly why we passed the Working...

Whether you’re a Cyclone or a Hawkeye, CyHawk Saturday is bigger than football — it's about community, tradition, and everything that makes Iowa home.   From the tailgates to the packed stands draped in black and gold or cardinal and white,...

Addiction doesn’t discriminate — it touches every zip code in Iowa. But so does hope. This week, we visited St. Gregory’s Recovery Center in Jefferson where a team of dedicated health professionals are helping Iowans break free from alcohol and...

Earlier today, I joined Mayor Doug Elrod and Bondurant community leaders to dedicate a major new investment in the city’s future: a one-million-gallon water tower that will serve families, schools, and businesses for decades to come.Two years ago,...

In Iowa, service means putting your community first — not cashing in on insider information. Yet too many in Washington have forgotten that, using their public office to line their own pockets instead of delivering for the American people. Zoom in:...

Fentanyl is now the number one killer of Americans — from my son’s high school classmates to parents my age. In 2023 alone, U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized more than 20,000 pounds of fentanyl — enough to kill 4 billion people. Zoom in: We...

Iowa’s service industry is powered by the hardworking folks who cut hair, serve meals, pour coffee, and keep Main Street moving. Zoom out: More than 150,000 Iowans — and 17 million Americans — earn their living serving others, working in...

When a storm knocks out the lights, a fire threatens a family home, or crime strikes a  neighborhood, Iowa's first responders don’t hesitate. They show up, no matter the risk, to keep our families safe. For our officers in blue, that duty has...

In Iowa, dogs aren’t just man’s best friend — they are an essential part of our families. Whether it’s a farm dog keeping an eye on the livestock, a loyal companion waiting by the front door for the kids to come home, or a service animal standing...

Main Street Iowa is powered by entrepreneurs who take risks, reinvest their profits locally, and work tirelessly to keep our economy strong.  For many small business owners, one thing makes a big difference between just staying afloat and growing:...

Four years ago today, America’s longest war came to an end in a tragic and completely avoidable disaster. On August 26, 2021, during the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan, a suicide bomber struck the Abbey Gate of Kabul Airport. Thirteen U.S....