Statements and posts
76 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Q&A: Runaway Government Weaponization Hurts Iowans
Criticized Justice Department's criminal investigations against President Trump as government weaponization.
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Grassley, Klobuchar Lead Effort to Extend Key Tax Credit for Small Agri-Biodiesel Producers
Introduced bipartisan bill to extend tax credit for small biodiesel producers through 2029.
“Biofuels support over 31,000 jobs across Iowa. They’re good for the rural economy, good for national security and good for the environment. This credit gives small biodiesel producers the certainty they need to plan investments in rural communities and to create or maintain good paying jobs while doing their part to…”
Small Agri-Biodiesel Producer Credit ExtensionFuel PricesAI-read
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Grassley, Blumenthal Work to Strengthen Democracy and Stability in Serbia
Introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen democracy and combat authoritarian influence in Serbia.
“Serbia plays a critical role in preserving peace and security in the Western Balkans. It’s critical to prevent Russia, China or Iran from influencing Serbia and destabilizing the region. Our bipartisan legislation would help strengthen Serbia’s democratic institutions, and it contains key accountability measures like…”
Serbia Democratic Strengthening ActInternational AffairsAI-read
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Grassley Presents Congressional Adoption Award to Iowa Nonprofit, My G.E.A.R. Outreach
Presented Congressional Adoption Award to Iowa nonprofit supporting foster youth.
“Every child deserves a welcoming and loving home. That’s why I appreciate My G.E.A.R. Outreach’s work to provide foster youth some sense of comfort and certainty as they face a tough transition. My G.E.A.R. Outreach’s generosity should inspire us all, as they work to improve conditions for foster youth across Iowa and…”
Social WelfareAI-read
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Grassley, Hassan Take Action to Improve Access to Cancer Screenings
Introduced bipartisan bill to improve cancer screening accessibility and transparency.
“Detecting cancer early can save lives. I know that based on the personal experience of my wife, Barbara, a nearly 40-year breast cancer survivor. Unfortunately, patients and providers are navigating a complex and confusing maze just to keep up with cancer screening recommendations. By making these recommendations more…”
Cancer AwarenessAI-read
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Criticized Senate Democrats for blocking bipartisan data center energy cost protection legislation.
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ICYMI: Grassley Joins “Washington Watch” to Recap Arctic Frost Oversight
Discussed oversight hearing findings on special counsel's investigation into Trump and Republican Party.
“There's no justification for what Smith did. Not only was he after Trump, but we found out through all the hundreds, or I should say, thousands of pages of documents that we received... that he was after the Republican Party.”
Arctic Frost OversightGovernment Operations and PoliticsAI-read
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Released records showing Jack Smith's classified documents case began as non-criminal referral.
“Jack Smith’s operation was a partisan weapon. He broke the rules, lied to the court and engaged in bad faith throughout. His operation has no credibility – only to the partisan media and Democrats who cheered him on.”
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ICYMI: Jack Smith Obtained Journalist Communications with Government Sources
Disclosed that Jack Smith obtained journalist communications in Arctic Frost investigation.
“What will the partisan media say about this disgraceful government overreach? This wasn’t a normal prosecution by any means.”
Arctic Frost OversightGovernment Operations and PoliticsAI-read
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Released documents showing NARA's general counsel assisted in classified document prosecution.
“Jack Smith represented to court that the National Archives didn’t substantively assist with the classified documents case against President Trump. These representations to the court were entirely false.”
Arctic Frost OversightGovernment Operations and PoliticsAI-read
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Grassley Questions Jack Smith at Senate Judiciary Oversight Hearing
Questioned Jack Smith at Senate Judiciary oversight hearing on abuse of authority.
“Yes, we acquired financial information. As I sit here right now, I cannot recite to you every subpoena we issued... I can tell you why we issued subpoenas, and it was to conduct a criminal investigation...”
Arctic Frost OversightGovernment Operations and PoliticsAI-read
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Discussed Mesabi steel plant announcement, Iran, diesel exports and Iowa gubernatorial race.
CommerceAI-read
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BREAKING: Jack Smith’s Team Collected Checks from Nearly 5,000 Americans in All 50 States
Released records showing Jack Smith's team subpoenaed checks from nearly 5,000 Trump donors.
“No matter what you say, there’s no legitimate basis for what you did. Especially since your staff killed an investigation into the Clinton campaign. Donations to Republican groups wasn’t necessary to your investigation, which is proved out by the fact it wasn’t mentioned in your public report. Now, the Justice…”
Arctic Frost OversightGovernment Operations and PoliticsAI-read
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ICYMI: Grassley on Newsmax: Jack Smith Was a Tool of the Biden Administration
Stated Jack Smith was a tool of Biden administration targeting Republicans.
“Jack Smith was trying to tell Congress that their investigation was solely related to what happened on January 6th. But we’ve proved that it goes way beyond that. This was an effort to cripple the Republican party with subpoenas, violating people's privacy.”
Arctic Frost OversightGovernment Operations and PoliticsAI-read
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Grassley, Iowa Congressional Delegation Applaud Historic Steel Investment in Iowa
Praised historic steel plant investment in Iowa creating over 1,700 jobs.
“The administration’s pro-American manufacturing policies are incentivizing companies to invest, build, and create jobs in the U.S. We thank Governor Reynolds for her leadership in making Iowa a great place to do business and ensuring our state benefits from these policies by attracting transformational investments like…”
CommerceAI-read
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Grassley, Ernst Recognize 15 Years of Iowa National Guard-Kosovo Security Force Partnership
Introduced resolution recognizing 15-year partnership between Iowa National Guard and Kosovo.
“I’m very proud Iowa has such a close relationship with one of the most pro-American countries in the world. In those fifteen years, both our peoples have felt the benefit of this bond and strengthened our security postures. I’m happy to partner with Senator Ernst in leading this resolution to honor Iowa’s historic…”
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Q&A: Protecting Fairness in Sports
Held Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on women's sports and Title IX protections.
“We are training girls to suppress their correct instincts and feelings to cater to the desires of boys. We are failing female athletes as a society, and we are raising girls who are punished for standing up for what is right and obvious.”
Sports and RecreationAI-read
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Grassley Welcomes Over $18.2 Million in Federal Funding to Support Iowa Communities
Announced $18.2 million in FEMA funding for Iowa disaster recovery across eight counties.
“Iowans have worked tirelessly to repair and rebuild after terrible storms struck our state.”
Emergency ManagementAI-read
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Grassley, Ernst, Iowa Congressional Delegation Introduce Resolution Honoring Iowan Ray Gaesser
Introduced resolution designating Ray Gaesser Memorial Farm Safety Week to honor Iowa farmer.
“Ray Gaesser was a friend, a family man, a farmer and a proud Iowan. His tireless advocacy for agriculture brought him on trade missions around the world and into high level meetings across the country. By introducing our National Farm Safety and Health Week resolution in his name, we can honor his memory, raise…”
Agriculture and FoodAI-read
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Senate Judiciary Committee Advances 13 Judicial and Executive Nominees
Senate Judiciary Committee advanced 13 judicial and executive nominees to various positions.
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Sent bipartisan letter urging Trump to raise religious persecution cases at China summit.
“The United States should continue to promote international religious freedom by calling on the Government of the People’s Republic of China to end its harassment and persecution of members of religious organizations, unconditionally release all unjustly detained political prisoners imprisoned for exercising their right…”
International AffairsAI-read
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Co-hosted press conference with female athletes opposing transgender athletes in women's sports.
“Democrats love to claim they are the party that supports women. But today they didn’t bother to bring a single witness to listen and engage with the concerns that athletes and scientists are raising about men playing in women’s sports. These women deserve to have their stories heard.”
Sports and RecreationAI-read
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Released Capitol Hill Report covering diesel prices, farm bill, Iran and other topics.
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Grassley’s Support for Cancer Research Highlighted in New Nationwide Progress Report
Highlighted leadership supporting cancer research and rural hospital programs.
“Inequities in access to screenings and follow-up care contribute to health disparities and reduced survival in some patient populations... Policymakers like Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) are continuing to work to support these rural medical services, investing in programs such as the Rural Community Hospital…”
Cancer AwarenessAI-read
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Q: What’s driving lower crime rates across the country?
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Grassley-Hassan Legislation to Support Victims of Identity Theft Heads to President Trump’s Desk
The Improving Social Security’s Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act authored by Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a senior member and former chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), a fellow Finance…
“Millions of Americans suffer from identity theft each year, and Social Security numbers are a top target. Unfortunately, when an identity theft victim calls up the Social Security Administration, they can be jerked around from one contact to another, having to reexplain the situation each time. By providing victims a…”
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Grassley Recognized as Champion for Biofuels
Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a lifelong family farmer and member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, accepted Growth Energy’s 2026 “Fueling Growth Award” for his leadership on biofuels and his ongoing support for America’s family farmers…
“As a lifelong Iowa corn and soybean farmer, I know firsthand how important our homegrown biofuels are for our national security, our pocketbooks and our environment. Biofuels are good, good, good. That’s why I’m continuing to fight tirelessly to get year-round, nationwide E15 over the finish line.”
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Grassley, Hinson Lead Bipartisan Push for Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness
Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) joined Sens. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.), along with Rep. Alma Adams, (D-N.C.) and others, to introduce a bipartisan, bicameral resolution recognizing September…
“No family should have to endure the heartbreak of a stillbirth. While states like Iowa have made progress at reducing stillbirths, there’s still much more to be done to strengthen maternal healthcare, especially in rural areas, to help prevent these tragedies. Our bipartisan resolution raises awareness and promotes…”
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VIDEO: Grassley Votes to Advance the Senate Farm Bill
Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a lifelong family farmer, today voted to advance the Farm Bill in the Senate Agriculture Committee.
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Grassley Questions Director Patel at Senate Judiciary Committee Oversight Hearing
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) questioned Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel at today’s FBI oversight hearing.
“As I stated in my opening, we have found and located over 11,000 children – that's up 20%. That's never happened before. So, thank you for that jolt in the arm that was needed in the private sector. We're going to continue to expand those engagements and work with Congress...so that this continuous flow of data can…”
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Audio from this afternoon’s call is available HERE.
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Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) is welcoming improvements to roadway safety amid National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (September 13-19).
“Truck drivers put in the miles to keep our economy moving and bring Iowa’s world-class goods to market. I appreciate the Trump administration taking this issue seriously and responding to my oversight letters. By cracking down on fraudsters trying to game the system, this administration is standing with our truckers…”
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Q&A: Upholding Public Trust in Government
Q: What motivates you to hold meetings in every county across Iowa every year?
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Grassley, Shaheen, Self Issue Statement Ahead of the Funeral of Ratko Mladic
U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) joined U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and U.S. Rep. Keith Self (R-Texas), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Europe, to issue…
“The coming days will be a test of whether Serbia and Republika Srpska are prepared to break from the past and advance toward EU accession and Euro-Atlantic integration—or whether they will allow that past to once again stand in the way of a better future for their people.”
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Grassley welcomes Trump administration actions to support American beef producers Q: What can be done to help cattle producers grow their herds?
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Grassley Welcomes Trump Administration Actions to Support American Beef Producers
U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a lifelong family farmer and member of the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee, welcomed new actions from the Trump administration to stand with family farmers and deliver relief to beef producers across…
“Iowa family farmers are in need of some good news, and today the Trump administration delivered just that. For years, I’ve sounded the alarm about anticompetitive practices in the meatpacking industry and the need to support domestic producers’ cattle markets. It’s good to see President Trump acting on policies that…”
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Grassley Announces Staff Traveling Office Hours Across Iowa
U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley’s (R-Iowa) staff will hold traveling office hours in 48 counties from Monday, September 14, to Thursday, September 24.
“As I always say, dialogue is the essence of representative government. I make an effort to meet with as many Iowans as I can face-to-face each year to hear what’s on their minds. While I can’t meet personally with all three million Iowans, my staff holds traveling office hours as an additional way to ensure Iowans’…”
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Grassley to Host Seventh Federal Judiciary Youth Summit in Des Moines for High School Students
U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) will host his seventh Federal Judiciary Youth Summit on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the U.S. District Courthouse in Des Moines.
“While the executive and legislative branches spend more time in the limelight, the federal judiciary’s actions can impact decades, even centuries, of American life.”
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Grassley Joins Moran, Smith, 50 Colleagues to Urge Expanded Markets for U.S. Cattle Producers
U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a lifelong family farmer and member of the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee, joined U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith (R-Neb.) and 50 of their colleagues in a letter urging President…
“American ranchers work diligently to do more with less, weather volatile markets, and provide a safe food supply.”
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Grassley, Marshall, Barrasso Call for Expanded Grazing Access for American Cattle Producers
U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a lifelong family farmer and a member of the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee, joined U.S. Sens. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) and John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) in a letter calling on the U.S. Department of…
“Recent legislation such as the Working Families Tax Cuts Act has strengthened American agriculture and the producers who sustain it. We stand ready to build on that record through the 2026 Farm Bill and other upcoming legislation to support our ranchers and keep beef an affordable, nutritious choice for American…”