Iowa’s farmers and manufacturers keep America moving — turning raw materials into the food, fuel, and equipment that power our nation. And at the foundation of it all are a handful of critical resources: rare earth minerals.  The problem: China...

As a dad of six — including two incredible daughters my wife Kelly and I were blessed to foster and later adopt — I’ve seen firsthand how life-changing it can be when a child finds the stability, love, and opportunity of a forever family. But the...

Washington’s shutdown nearly grounded the government — but at Des Moines International Airport, it was our TSA officers and air traffic controllers who kept Iowa flying.  The problem: When the government shuts down, the men and women who keep...

As a dad of six — including two adopted through foster care — I’ve seen firsthand how life-changing it can be when a child finds the stability, love, and opportunity of a forever home. The problem: Too many kiddos never get that chance. Every year,...

After 43 days of gridlock and political games in Washington, I’m proud to share that the government is finally reopening. Today, I voted to pass a bill that reopens the government and gets long-overdue support to Iowa’s families, farmers, and...

On Veterans Day, we pause to honor the more than half a million Iowans who have answered the call to serve – and to remember that freedom is never free.   The men and women of America's Armed Forces have always put country before self, defending...

After 40 days of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, there is finally a light at the end of the tunnel.  How we got here: On October 1, 2025, the government shut down after a small group of Democrats in the Senate refused to pass the...

This week marks the longest government shutdown in American history. That’s 39 days of families going without answers. Of federal workers missing paychecks. Of critical services suspended. All while Washington plays politics. Back up: The House...

As a dad of six, I know how quickly grocery bills can add up — and for families who rely on federal food assistance, the government shutdown is turning a tough situation into a crisis. Why it matters: More than 130,000 Iowa households depend on...

For thousands of Iowa kids, Head Start is more than a classroom — it’s a launchpad. It gives children from low-income families a strong start in life through early learning, nutritious meals, health screenings, and the stability every child needs...

Iowa’s farmers are wrapping up one of the strongest harvests we’ve seen in years. Soybean yields could top 500 million bushels, and corn is projected to reach nearly 223 bushels per acre — close to a new record. The problem: That’s a big win for...

As a 20-year combat veteran, I’m fighting to make sure Iowa’s 15,000 National Guardsmen and over 160,000 veterans don't pay the price for D.C. dysfunction. Zoom out: It’s been 35 days since the government shutdown began, causing paycheck...

It’s day 34 of the government shutdown — and for thousands of Iowa families, that means SNAP benefits are up in the air this month. The problem: Over 130,000 Iowa households can't access their SNAP benefits this month. The cost to fill the gap? $45...

It’s been 32 days since Washington shut down, and what started as political posturing has turned into real pain for Iowa families, farmers, and federal workers. Back up: The House passed a clean, nonpartisan funding bill to avert a government...

It’s Halloween, and Washington’s putting on quite the show — but the scary part isn’t the costumes or movies, it’s the government shutdown’s ghoulish effects creeping into month two. Behind the theatrics of Washington, Iowans are feeling the...

As a sixth-generation Iowan, I know how much is riding on harvest season. This year, Iowa farmers are delivering one of the best harvests in memory — but without stable prices and open markets, they’re flying blind on whether or not they'll turn a...

Whether it’s a family of three in Bloomfield or a family of ten in Atlantic, every Iowan should have food on the table. But today, one in eight Iowa households struggles with food insecurity — and Washington gridlock is about to make it worse. The...

Every day, Iowa’s first responders — police, firefighters, and EMTs — put themselves in harm’s way to keep our communities safe. They're on the front lines, and the very least Washington can do is ensure a shutdown doesn’t make their jobs harder....

Since the shutdown began, I’ve hit the road — visiting small towns and rural communities across Iowa. And everywhere I go, I hear the same thing: Iowans are working hard, but Washington’s shutdown is making it harder to get by.  Why it matters:...

When Washington grinds to a halt, Main Street takes the hit.  The problem: The ongoing government shutdown is draining $137 million from Iowa’s economy every week. That’s money not going into paychecks, storefronts, or local communities. 💸 $16...