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Chuck Grassley

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Chuck Grassley is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from Iowa, a position he has held since 1981. A member of the Republican Party, Grassley has been influential in various legislative areas, including agriculture, judiciary, and finance. He has served in several key roles, including as the President pro tempore of the United States Senate, making him one of the longest-serving senators in U.S. history. Grassley is known for his commitment to transparency and accountability in government, often emphasizing the importance of oversight in federal agencies.

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  1. W(ith) diesel $6.57 in Iowa why doesn’t Pres Trump put an embargo on diesel exports like presidents in the 70s put embargoes on (agricultural) products bc food prices were inflated. High diesel prices ARE KILLING FARMERS INCOME28 sources2026minnesotareformer.com
  2. A vote for Todd Blanche is a vote for the safety of the American people.24 sources2026newhampshirebulletin.com
  3. Beyond his obvious qualifications and successful track record, Blanche has demonstrated extraordinary patience, compassion and tenacity as he’s made his way through the gauntlet of the Senate’s advice and consent process.20 sources2026westvirginiawatch.com
  4. The Justice Department under his leadership as deputy and acting attorney general 'has protected Americans at every turn'18 sources2026iowacapitaldispatch.com
  5. Biological women should not be asked to accommodate men who, for reasons of identity or otherwise, choose to compete in (the) women’s category instead of (the) men’s or co-ed category.14 sources2026washingtonstatestandard.com
  6. We can’t have a partisan deal on the floor of the United States Senate, or we don’t get anything done for the family farmers.10 sources2026sourcenm.com
Oct 12, 2026

I don’t plan on dying in office — but if I did, I don’t want a Democrat governor choosing my successor.

dailycaller.com
Oct 9, 2026

Millions of Americans suffer from identity theft each year, and Social Security numbers are a top target.

hassan.senate.gov
Oct 7, 2026

Thx to Pres Trump for listening to farmers & temporarily allowing off-road dyed diesel for highway use Lowering costs for FARMERS DURING HARVEST

whitehouse.gov
Sep 30, 2026

“I’m very proud Iowa has such a close relationship with one of the most pro-American countries in the world,”

ernst.senate.gov
Sep 30, 2026

What will the partisan media say about this disgraceful government overreach? This wasn’t a normal prosecution by any means.

foxnews.com
Sep 26, 2026

By introducing our National Farm Safety and Health Week resolution in his name, we can honor his memory, raise awareness about the dangers family farmers face and promote education to prevent future tragedies.

ernst.senate.gov
Sep 24, 2026

IF U CAN EMBARGO CHIPS U CAN EMBARGO DIESEL.

abcnews.com
Sep 24, 2026

High diesel prices ARE KILLING FARMERS INCOME

cbsnews.com
Sep 23, 2026

Big Oil doesnt need 2 charge sky-high diesel prices 4 Iowa farmers + truckers just filling up They shld cut price 4 US diesel&get the $$ frm other countries.

iowacapitaldispatch.com
Sep 23, 2026

Biological women should not be asked to accommodate men who, for reasons of identity or otherwise, choose to compete in (the) women’s category instead of (the) men’s or co-ed category.

washingtonstatestandard.com
Sep 23, 2026

I hope WH doesnt listen 2 Big Oil who claim diesel export ban wont work Big Oil doesnt need 2 charge sky-high diesel prices 4 Iowa farmers + truckers just filling up They shld cut price 4 US diesel&get the $$ frm other countries IF U CAN…

dailycaller.com
Sep 21, 2026

W(ith) diesel $6.57 in Iowa why doesn’t Pres Trump put an embargo on diesel exports like presidents in the 70s put embargoes on (agricultural) products bc food prices were inflated. High diesel prices ARE KILLING FARMERS INCOME

minnesotareformer.com
Sep 16, 2026

It’s just stupid that we don’t have a chance to bring Iowa’s interest to this debate on the first farm bill that we’ve had in discussion for now the third year.

iowacapitaldispatch.com
Sep 9, 2026

All the money that it takes to restore the number of cattle we need to have a balance between production and consumer prices is going to have to come with increased numbers.

northdakotamonitor.com
Aug 20, 2026

U.S debt hit $40T. It’s a wake up call [for] America Voters [to have] 40 trillion reasons [to] reject unaffordable socialist policies. American prosperity REQUIRES fiscal discipline.

dailycaller.com
Aug 15, 2026

I think we are going to have very friendly relations with Canada and we should have friendly relations with Canada.

globalnews.ca
Aug 15, 2026

These negotiations cannot be used as a way of destroying (CUSMA).

globalnews.ca
Aug 15, 2026

I think the president is probably using them as a lever.

globalnews.ca
Aug 12, 2026

Counterfeit goods harm American businesses, threaten our nation’s economy and put consumers at serious risk.

hassan.senate.gov
Aug 10, 2026

I am convinced that Mr. Blanche is the right choice to lead the Justice Department.

tennesseelookout.com
Aug 9, 2026

There's no doubt he's qualified.

bbc.co.uk

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