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Joni Ernst

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Joni Kay Ernst is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from Iowa since January 6, 2015. A member of the Republican Party, she is the first woman to represent Iowa in the U.S. Senate. Ernst has focused on issues such as agriculture, rural development, and veterans' affairs throughout her tenure. She has been an advocate for bipartisan efforts to address the needs of rural communities and has emphasized the importance of legislation that supports farmers and agricultural interests in Iowa.

Quotes by year · 2015–2026992 total · peak 2026 (271)
2015: 120 quotes2016: 89 quotes2017: 87 quotes2018: 65 quotes2019: 4 quotes2020: 15 quotes2021: 27 quotes2022: 16 quotes2023: 194 quotes2024: 57 quotes2025: 47 quotes2026: 271 quotes
May 27, 2026

I'm encouraging all of our members here in the United States Senate to support this really commonsense legislation that has come forward from the House.

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May 27, 2026

So again, I want to say thank you so much to those large oil companies, the truly small oil refiners, our fuel retailers, our ag associations and our biofuel groups, and mostly our American farmers.

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May 27, 2026

Civil servants flagging fraud in Minnesota’s meals program were told to look the other way, for years.

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May 27, 2026

While bureaucrats keep turning a blind eye to the rampant fraud, I’m putting investigators to work so we can recover every stolen penny and hold scammers accountable.

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May 27, 2026

Recipients and respondents in the SBA email chains knew Planned Parenthood was not in or even remotely related to Benghazi, yet by continuing the email chain and scheduling meetings, it appears several Biden political appointees, and some…

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May 27, 2026

I’m calling for a DOJ investigation to determine if Biden officials were illegally concealing federal records over their egregious handout to Planned Parenthood.

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May 27, 2026

What does Benghazi have to do with Planned Parenthood? It appears the Biden SBA used it as a codename to hide the $90 million in taxpayer funds they gifted to the abortion provider.

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May 27, 2026

I’m proud to once again stand up for our agriculture community to drive down fertilizer costs and make life more affordable for both farmers and consumers.

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May 27, 2026

There is no substitute for the invaluable work our farmers do to feed and fuel the world.

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May 27, 2026

For 250 years, bold Americans have conquered what was thought to be impossible.

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May 27, 2026

This is a major win for taxpayers who had their hard-earned money stolen by fraudsters.

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May 27, 2026

COVID fraudsters stole at least $200 billion, but time is now running out to hold every single one accountable.

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May 27, 2026

Fiscal responsibility at the department has been a priority of mine for a very long time, and I think it's time that we build on that momentum. It’s extremely important. And that's why I'm pushing for my RECEIPTS Act in this year's NDAA…

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May 27, 2026

There should be absolutely no room for the tolerance of egregious sex crimes.

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May 27, 2026

Bob and his team have been powering up the Mahaska County community with speed and attention to safety, exceeding customer needs and exemplifying the American entrepreneurial spirit.

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May 27, 2026

Iowa innovators drive our nation forward, and I’m proud to recognize their tremendous contributions by designating National Small Business Week.

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May 27, 2026

Boone River Financial has become a trusted partner for individuals and businesses in Webster City, delivering financial advice and services that pay dividends.

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May 27, 2026

Latimer’s has stocked the shelves with dedication and delivered for its neighbors year after year.

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May 27, 2026

Sister’s Home Style Entrees has served up success with hard work, dedication, and a whole lot of elbow grease.

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May 27, 2026

One arrangement at a time, Heart ‘n Home brings warmth and creativity to Pocahontas County.

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May 27, 2026

Cobblestone has succeeded in bringing people together with their delicious food, live events, and beautiful venues.

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May 27, 2026

Holstein Manufacturing has grilled the competition with its craftsmanship and always meats the community where they are needed.

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May 27, 2026

Green Real Estate & Auction Co. proves that investing in Iowa land is truly evergreen.

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May 27, 2026

It’s time for the secrets to end. Our constituents deserve to know the truth about COVID-19 origins.

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