• A surprising special election, lots of legislative news, Ernst speaks for Gabbard

  • Feb 4 2025
  • Length: 30 mins
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A surprising special election, lots of legislative news, Ernst speaks for Gabbard

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  • Laura Belin and Spencer Dirks cover top stories from the week in Iowa politics, starting with Democrat Mike Zimmer's shocking victory in a state Senate district that just voted for Donald Trump by 21 points. They also covered the unexpected passing of State Representative Martin Graber and legislative action on many bills affecting higher education, K-12 schools, criminal justice, health care, protection against frivolous lawsuits, and transparency in government. Other topics covered: a possible effort to revoke transgender Iowans' civil rights protections, Senator Joni Ernst's public support for Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence, and comments from members of Congress about President Trump's actions to freeze federal spending and fire inspectors general. Finally, an update on increased private school enrollment since Iowa adopted a school voucher program.
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