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Republican Party · United StatesU.S. Republican Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa on Tuesday announced that she will not run for re-election next year, potentially complicating her party's efforts to maintain control of the chamber.See the Story
Republican US Senator Ernst says she won't seek re-election
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Iowa Politics · IowaU.S. Sen. Joni Ernst said Tuesday that she will not seek reelection next year, confirming in a video post on social media that she will retire after months of speculation about her plans. The Republican senator’s announcement opens up a Senate seat in the state known for its long-serving incumbents. Rep. Ashley Hinson, representing Iowa’s northeastern congressional district, announced Tuesday that she would seek the GOP nomination.
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Iowa Rep. Ashley Hinson launches bid for Ernst’s Senate seat
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Pollution · OttumwaCritics of changes in a state permit for a coal-fired power plant near Ottumwa have raised their concerns at a public hearing hosted by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. DNR staffers say the plant added a new discharge site last year and amendments to the permit update wastewater flow data. Several environmental groups oppose […]See the Story
Environmental Group Claims Ottumwa Plant Causes Pollution - Radio Iowa
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