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Local Columns

Fighting for Iowa’s small businesses in Washington

Small businesses are the lifeblood of Iowa’s economy, making up more than 99 percent of all businesses and employing 82 percent of workers. These businesses mean so much more than the livelihoods they support and the jobs they create, they embody the American spirit and shape the culture of ...

Representative’s blatant overreach as he ignores Iowa law

At least one member of the Iowa House appears to live by the mantra “Do as I say, not as I do” as he demands access to sensitive personal information and commands silence as he trolls for documents. The audacity of state Rep. Charley Thomson’s recent demands to a nonprofit organization ...

Insurance tips for high school and college graduates

Graduating from high school or college is a major milestone and comes with new responsibilities, including managing insurance needs. Whether driving a car, renting an apartment, or planning for your health, understanding basic insurance coverage is essential for financial protection. For ...

Here’s how Congress can save millions of American jobs

Eight years ago, I worked with President Trump to enact the most significant simplification of our tax code in decades, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), also known as the Trump tax cuts. These tax cuts provided relief to every American, simplifying and reducing personal income taxes, and ...

Meeting with Iowans in Webster and Hamilton counties on my 36 County Tour

On Thursday April 24th, I continued my 36 County Tour meeting with Iowans in Webster and Hamilton counties. This tour is a promise that I made to my constituents when I was first elected to Congress, pledging that I would visit all 36 counties in our district – Iowa’s 4th Congressional ...

Debris in Davenport is gone, but secrets remain

As we approach the second anniversary of a tragedy that shocked the people of Davenport and brought national attention to the issue of building safety, government secrecy continues to cloud public understanding of just what happened and who to hold accountable. The tragedy occurred a few ...