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Iowa Bans Ranked-Choice Voting, Authorizes Requests for Proof of Citizenship at Polls
It also moved to standardize the state’s election recount procedures.
Iowa Democrat Announces Senate Run to Unseat Republican Joni Ernst
The bid comes after Sen. Ernst’s comments about Medicaid at a town hall.
Vietnamese Businesses to Sign Deals to Import $2 Billion of US Farm Produce
The United States registered a trade deficit of $123 billion with Vietnam last year, and in April, Trump levied 46 percent tariffs on goods from the country.
USDA Clears Iowa, Indiana to Bar Food Stamps for Soda
The agency approved waivers from the states.
Justice Department Drops Lawsuits Against Oklahoma, Iowa Immigration Laws
Courts had blocked the laws, finding they violate the Constitution by creating state immigration enforcement systems.
Iowa Tosses Gender Identity as Special Protected Class
Gov. Reynolds signed the law, calling it a step to ’safeguard the rights of women and girls.‘ A transgender lawmaker said the law aims ’to further erase us.’
Iowa Lawmakers Pass Bill Removing Gender Identity Protections
The legislation prompted protests in the state’s Capitol.
Identity Thief Whose Deception Led to Victim’s Incarceration Gets 12-Year Prison Term
The real William Woods spent 428 days in county jail and 147 days in a mental hospital after he tried to expose the thief.
Democrat Mike Zimmer Claims Victory in Special Election for Iowa State Senate Seat
Democratic candidate Mike Zimmer defeated his Republican rival Kate Whittington to represent Senate District 35, according to unofficial results.
Federal Appeals Court Upholds Block on Iowa Illegal Immigration Law
A federal court keeps Iowa’s law increasing state-level enforcement of illegal immigration on hold, citing conflict with federal rules.
Iowa Governor Announces State DOGE to Cut Government Waste
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced the creation of a state DOGE to cut costs, eliminate inefficiencies, and align with federal efforts.
Iowa Sues Federal Government Over Access to Citizenship Records
State officials seek injunction for access to voter citizenship data, claiming federal noncompliance jeopardizes election integrity.
Here Are the Last 3 Uncalled House Races
California’s 13th and 45th Congressional District and Iowa’s First Congressional District results are coming down to the wire.
Federal Judge Rules Iowa Officials Can Challenge Ballots of Potential Noncitizen Voters
The Iowa Secretary of State has hailed the court’s ruling as a ‘win for Iowa’s election integrity.’
Man Who Attacked Former US Senator Martha McSally Given Suspended Sentence
‘I chose to fight. ... He tried to take power from me, but I turned it on him, he ran from me,’ McSally said.
Death From Lassa Virus Reported in US
The Iowa resident had recently traveled to West Africa, authorities said.
Report Reveals Iowa School Shooter Likely Showed ‘Warning Signs’ Before Attack
A Public Safety Department commissioner said the shooter had ‘broad behavioral issues’ and mental health issues.
Iowa 3rd Congressional District Candidates Talk Inflation, Immigration, Abortion in Debate
Incumbent Rep. Zach Nunn, a Republican, is running a close race against Democratic challenger Lanon Baccam.
Iowa’s Top Court Upholds Ballot Removal of 3rd-Party Candidates
The candidates were removed by a state panel.
