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Fox News
7 days ago
- Politics
- Fox News
'DERANGEMENT SYNDROME': Rep. Ashley Hinson Responds to Dem Claims That Defunding NPR Would 'Devastate' Rural Communities
Congresswoman Ashley Hinson from Iowa's Second Congressional District and member of the House Appropriations Committee and the Select Committee on China, joined the Guy Benson Show today to discuss the Senate-passed recissions bill that will defund public media like NPR and PBS. Hinson discussed the passage of Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' and the benefit that it will bring Iowans, and she also weighed in on the potential of an open Senate seat in the state of Iowa. Listen to the full interview below! Listen to the full interview below: Listen to the full podcast below: Dylan Rolfsen
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Iowa Democrat Kevin Techau suspends 2nd District campaign for Congress, citing lack of funds
Democrat Kevin Techau is suspending his campaign for Iowa's 2nd Congressional District, citing a lack of resources. Techau, a former Iowa commissioner of public safety and U.S. attorney, launched his campaign in April, seeking to take on Republican U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson. He announced his decision to suspend his campaign in a statement on Monday, June 30, saying "this is not an easy decision." "It is regrettable that too much of our politics is about money," Techau said in a statement. "And I still hold out hope that with greater civic engagement, democracy rather than dollars, will ultimately prevail. But campaigns aren't just about convictions — they require resources to be competitive. And the reality is, this campaign's fundraising simply hasn't met the threshold level that this race demands." June 30 is the end of the second fundraising quarter of 2025 and federal candidates must report their fundraising by July 15. Techau is a first-time candidate for elected office. He served seven years on active duty in the U.S. Air Force before spending nearly 20 years as an officer in the Iowa National Guard. He retired as a colonel and received the Legion of Merit medal. As Iowa's commissioner of public safety, he oversaw state law enforcement under Democratic Gov. Tom Vilsack. And in 2013, he was nominated by President Barack Obama to become the U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Iowa, where he oversaw the prosecution of federal crimes for 52 Iowa counties. "When I started this campaign for Congress, I did so with that same deep belief in public service and a commitment to the people of Iowa," he said. "I adamantly believe Iowa's Second Congressional District deserves better leadership than what we're getting from Ashley Hinson. Iowans deserve leaders rooted in decency, facts, and the rule of law." Techau said he would continue to support efforts to defeat Hinson and to elect Democrats up and down the ticket. "I'm proud of the campaign we built, of the conversations we've had with Iowans and of the values we've stood for," Techau said in his statement. "But in this political environment, with all that is at stake, the responsible choice is to step aside." Hinson was first elected to Congress in 2020, flipping a seat held by then-Democratic incumbent U.S. Rep. Abby Finkenauer. She won reelection in 2022 and 2024 and is serving her third term. Hinson has not announced a formal reelection campaign but earlier this year she ruled out running in Iowa's open gubernatorial race, citing a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" with Republican control of Congress and the presidency. The 2nd Congressional District includes 22 counties in northeast Iowa, including the cities of Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Waterloo and Mason City. Stephen Gruber-Miller covers the Iowa Statehouse and politics for the Register. He can be reached by email at sgrubermil@ or by phone at 515-284-8169. Follow him on X at @sgrubermiller. This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: Democrat Kevin Techau suspends campaign for Congress in 2nd District
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CN to Invest $38 Million in Iowa to Build Capacity and Power Sustainable Growth
HOMEWOOD, Ill., June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced today plans to invest approximately US$38 million in Iowa, as part of its 2025 capital investment program. This investment will support track maintenance and strategic infrastructure initiatives in the state. The projects will help ensure the safe movement of goods and support long-term sustainable growth in Iowa and across CN's network. 'We believe that investing in our network is about building for the future. Our continued infrastructure investment in Iowa will help strengthen the resiliency and efficiency of our network across the state. Our focus remains on providing exceptional service to our customers and supply chain partners, supporting strong economic growth for North America and across communities where we operate.' - Tracy Robinson, President, and Chief Executive Officer of CN 'CN's $38 million investment into our state's infrastructure is a big win for Iowa's farmers, businesses, and communities. This project will not only improve the resiliency and efficiency of transporting Iowa products across North America, but it will also create jobs and support long-term sustainable growth in Iowa. Investments like this help ensure Iowa remains a leader in feeding and fueling the world, and I'm grateful to have CN invest in Iowa's future." - U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, Iowa's 2nd Congressional District In 2024, CN invested approximately US$31 million in Iowa for track maintenance and key infrastructure initiatives. Highlights of this investment include: Approximately US$1.4 million to upgrade the track and build capacity on CN's Osage Subdivision near Cedar Rapids Over US$1 million towards upgrades at CN's Waterloo rail yard to improve operations. Iowa in Numbers: Capital investments: More than US$ 31 million in 2024 Employees: approximately 258 Railroad route miles operated: 572 Community investments: US$ 98,000 in 2024 Local spending: US$29 million in 2024 Cash taxes paid: US$6.2 million in 2024 CN Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements by CN included in this news release constitute 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and under Canadian securities laws. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. CN cautions that its assumptions may not materialize and that current economic conditions render such assumptions, although reasonable at the time they were made, subject to greater uncertainty. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of terminology such as 'believes,' 'expects,' 'anticipates,' 'assumes,' 'outlook,' 'plans,' 'targets,' or other similar words. Forward-looking statements reflect information as of the date on which they are made. CN assumes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect future events, changes in circumstances, or changes in beliefs, unless required by applicable securities laws. In the event CN does update any forward-looking statement, no inference should be made that CN will make additional updates with respect to that statement, related matters, or any other forward-looking statement. About CNCN powers the economy by safely transporting more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year for its customers. With its nearly 20,000-mile rail network and related transportation services, CN connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. Midwest and the U.S. Gulf Coast, contributing to sustainable trade and the prosperity of the communities in which it operates since Michnowski Stacy Alderson Senior Manager Assistant Vice-President Media Relations Investor Relations (438) 596-4329 (514) 399-0052 media@
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Let's unpack Ashley Hinson's claims about God's will and Donald Trump
President Donald Trump has been testing the boundaries of presidential emergency powers in many ways, including raising tariffs on our allies, like Canada and Great Britain. He wrongly claims that our trade deficits with those countries are a national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977. This is much like former President Joe Biden tried to do with student loan forgiveness by claiming it was a national emergency under the Heroes Act passed during the COVID-19 pandemic. There are good reasons for Congress to cede specific powers to the president in the case of a real emergency, when there is need for very quick action to protect our national security. Neither of the examples above were emergencies or needed to protect our national security. Whenever Congress passes a bill that cedes specific congressional powers to the president in emergency situations, the bill should also require that Congress either confirm or reject emergency actions within a short period of time, say 30 days. There are several bills making their way through Congress to limit presidential emergency power. One bill, the Limiting Emergency Powers Act of 2025 (H.R. 125), would terminate any national emergency unless a joint resolution affirming the declaration is enacted within 30 days. Let your U.S. representative and senator know that you want them to support these efforts. Kurt Johnson, Urbandale At her recent town hall meetings, Rep. Ashley Hinson has expressed her belief that when a man tried to assassinate Donald Trump at a political rally last year in Butler County, Pennsylvania, God intervened to save his life, so that Trump could save the country. Setting aside the claim that Trump has been saving the country, Hinson's musings about God's motives and actions deserve a closer look. Recall that Trump was not the only one who needed saving that day. Fifty-year-old Corey Comperatore, a volunteer firefighter, was shot and killed trying to shield his wife and daughters from bullets intended for Trump. If Hinson thinks that God intervened to save Trump, how are we to interpret God's apparent decision not to save Comperatore from the same shooter at the same crime scene? Yes, the Lord works in mysterious ways, which mere humans cannot always fathom (even if they have been elected to Congress). Ultimately, Hinson's oft-repeated comment about God protecting Trump is best understood as a naked effort to make sure the president knows just how much she worships him. Steve St. Clair, Decorah Like the other 101 CultureALL Ambassadors and Open Book storytellers, I am proud to share my culture throughout Iowa. Last year alone, our dynamic network of presenters delivered sensory-rich experiences to 62,945 participants in 44 communities at schools, retirement communities and corporations. I personally use music and a story about my own life to show the importance of valuing the cultures in our community. Whether it's through music and stories, artifacts and dance, games or art, CultureALL Ambassadors enrich the life of participants as well as presenters. These Ambassadors and Open Book storytellers receive an honorarium as a symbol of respect for their expertise, talents and commitment to sharing their cultures in ways that bring Iowans together. CultureALL cannot succeed without these Ambassadors and storytellers as well as the individuals and corporations who financially support the work of CultureALL. Happy birthday, CultureALL. Abe Goldstien, Des Moines President Donald Trump and Iowa Republicans are working overtime to cut $880 billion in Medicaid funding to pay for a grotesque tax cut for their fat cat donors. These cuts will hurt every Iowan's access to essential health care services. Whether you have private health insurance from your employer, Medicare or Medicaid, we all share the same doctors, nurses, specialists, emergency rooms and nursing home workers. When Republicans cut Medicaid insurance, all our health care providers have fewer financial resources to hire and pay the salaries and benefits of all the people that care for all of us. Iowa has a shortage of every type of health care provider, including doctors, nurses, direct care workers, pharmacists and emergency room staff. This is especially the case in rural hospitals, nursing homes and clinics. Cutting Medicaid insurance funding will only make these shortages grow and shutter rural providers. Cutting Medicaid will also increase the number of people without health insurance. Uninsured Iowans still get sick, need and get care. More uninsured Iowans will increase the financial stress already on the health care providers we all rely on when they are forced to eat the costs of caring for these uninsured patients. Iowa has a huge cancer problem. In 2025, 21,000 Iowans will be diagnosed with cancer. Do you think it will be easier to get cancer care for you or a family member by making it harder for fewer and overworked health care providers to care for you? Trump and Iowa Republicans are slashing Iowa's Medicaid insurance program to pay for more tax cuts so ultra rich people can become even richer. Meanwhile, everyday Iowans pay their taxes and struggle to get ahead and make ends meet. During his campaign, President Trump and many other Republican politicians promised that he would not cut Medicaid. Contact Sen. Chuck Grassley and Sen. Joni Ernst now and tell them they have the power to keep Trump's promise or make him a liar. Joe Bolkcom, Des Moines This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: Require Congress to ratify the president's emergency moves | Letters
Fox News
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
From Washington: Are Republicans Ready to Prove Their Commitment to Major Cuts?
Senate Republicans are showing no signs of backing down on modifying the 'one big, beautiful bill,' as concerns over Medicaid cuts and the deficit remain top priorities. Meanwhile, two teams are emerging on Capitol Hill, and it's not just because the Congressional Baseball Game is next week. Will President Trump and Elon Musk's public showdown cause another rift among Republicans? FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram breaks down how this rollercoaster week could could shape what's next on Capitol Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (R-IA) explains why she will continue to speak at town halls and push President Trump's agenda, even if she receives backlash from her constituents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
