Eric Sorensen: “As the only meteorologist in Congress, I knew the answer to that.”

Today’s news is devastating for the 2,500 skilled union workers impacted by the closure of the Tyson plant in Joslin, especially at a time when American families are struggling with the rising cost of living.

In the coming weeks, we remain committed to supporting our union members during this transition and working with Tyson to ensure that they have access to resources that support their return to work.

I’m very pleased to see this project move forward and bring us one step closer to completing the Chicago-Quad Cities rail connection.

The farm bill right now is a critical risk management tool for the heartland, and that is why it is imperative to ensure that the final text has broad bipartisan support and is financially sound.