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After tax fraud allegations, conservation land trusts under scrutiny

U.S. News // 3 days ago

After tax fraud allegations, conservation land trusts under scrutiny

An investigation by the Senate Finance Committee and a new law proposed in Congress aim to clean up the tax code for private deals with land trusts to protect that land for wildlife habitats, corridors and watersheds.

Lockheed Martin wins two contracts for F-35 upgrades

Defense News // 3 weeks ago

Lockheed Martin wins two contracts for F-35 upgrades

Lockheed Martin won contracts valued at $32.1 million and $12 million for modifications to F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter planes, the Pentagon said.

Pentagon: Cost of F-35 fighter plane program up by $25B

Defense News // 1 month ago

Pentagon: Cost of F-35 fighter plane program up by $25B

The cost of the U.S. military's F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter program rose by $25 billion in 2018, the Pentagon said in a report, because of Block 4 upgrades, integration of nuclear weapons and deployment costs.

Lawmakers warn U.S. may pass debt ceiling sooner than expected

U.S. News // 2 months ago

Lawmakers warn U.S. may pass debt ceiling sooner than expected

Revenues at the U.S. Treasury Department have so far fallen short of projections, leading to fears the United States may breach its debt ceiling far sooner than first expected, a new analysis shows.

Parkland parents accuse FBI of ignoring tip about shooter in lawsuit

U.S. News // 2 months ago

Parkland parents accuse FBI of ignoring tip about shooter in lawsuit

The parents of a victim of the 2018 Parkland school shooting sued the federal government Friday, accusing the FBI of ignoring a warning about the accused gunman.

Sen. Susan Collins casts milestone 7,000th consecutive vote

U.S. News // 2 months ago

Sen. Susan Collins casts milestone 7,000th consecutive vote

Sen. Susan Collins cast her milestone 7,000th consecutive vote in the Senate on Tuesday, citing Maine's "very strong work ethic."

U.S. trade chief talks Mexico trade, China tariffs in Senate hearing

U.S. News // 2 months ago

U.S. trade chief talks Mexico trade, China tariffs in Senate hearing

U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer testified in the Senate Tuesday, where he gave details on the Trump administration's trade policy and faced questioning about the enduring trade conflict with China.

Trump's NAFTA replacement hits snag in Congress

U.S. News // 4 months ago

Trump's NAFTA replacement hits snag in Congress

President Donald Trump's trade deal with Canada and Mexico hit roadblocks in Congress, with a key Republican calling for an end to tariffs on the countries while the Democrats demanded stronger worker protection language.

Trump Russia probe: Who's involved, where it stands

U.S. News // 5 months ago

Trump Russia probe: Who's involved, where it stands

Here's a rundown of the major players in the investigation into Russian attempts to interfere in the U.S. presidential election and how are they connected.

Insulin maker Eli Lilly introducing cheaper version

U.S. News // 6 months ago

Insulin maker Eli Lilly introducing cheaper version

Drug maker Eli Lilly announced a lower-priced insulin for patients who use Humalog.

U.S. debt ceiling returns after 1-year hiatus, but increase likely months away

U.S. News // 6 months ago

U.S. debt ceiling returns after 1-year hiatus, but increase likely months away

The U.S. debt ceiling is set to be reinstated, possibly setting up a scenario in which the Treasury Department could run out of money by the end of the fiscal year, unless action is taken to raise it.

Drug makers blame insurance rebates for high prescription costs

U.S. News // 6 months ago

Drug makers blame insurance rebates for high prescription costs

Executives from seven pharmaceutical companies said rebates to insurance companies force them to set higher prescription drug prices.

Longtime Iowa congressman John Culver dies at 86

U.S. News // 8 months ago

Longtime Iowa congressman John Culver dies at 86

Longtime Democratic Iowa congressman John Culver died at his home late Wednesday after a long illness, his family said. He was 86.

Senate set to vote on criminal justice reform Tuesday

U.S. News // 8 months ago

Senate set to vote on criminal justice reform Tuesday

The U.S. Senate is poised to vote on criminal justice reform Tuesday after overwhelmingly ending debate on the bill Monday.

Pence breaks Senate deadlock on judge for first time in U.S. history

U.S. News // 9 months ago

Pence breaks Senate deadlock on judge for first time in U.S. history

Mike Pence made history Tuesday and became the first U.S. vice president to cast a tie-breaking vote to confirm a federal judge.

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This is a shocking statement that acknowledges that you would be willing to give an order preventing employee whistle-blowers from making disclosures to Congress
Grassley blasts Obama on whistle-blowers Mar 17, 2009

Businesses of that size account for two-thirds of the small business workforce
GOP: Tax hikes hurt small businesses Mar 14, 2009

The president's proposed budget raises taxes. For the vast majority of people who earn less than $200,000, raising taxes on higher earners might not sound so bad
GOP: Tax hikes hurt small businesses Mar 14, 2009

As American taxpayers are asked once again, then, to help retool the domestic automakers, it appears to be an opportune time to secure a commitment from the auto industry about their production of flex fuel vehicles as well as the industry's support for blends of ethanol and gasoline that are above 10 percent
Grassley: Add bio-strings to autos bailout Mar 03, 2009

If the recession is over in two years and we have rapid economic growth, yes, I think it (cutting the deficit) can be but just barely
Grassley: Cutting deficit by half possible Feb 25, 2009

Charles Ernest "Chuck" Grassley (born September 17, 1933) is the senior United States Senator from Iowa (1981–present). A member of Republican Party, he previously served in the served in the United States House of Representatives (1975–1981) and the Iowa state legislature (1959–1974). He was chairman of the Senate Finance Committee from January to June 2001 and from January 2003 to December 2006. He is currently the ranking Republican on the Judiciary Committee.

Grassley was born in New Hartford, Iowa, the son of Ruth (née Corwin) and Louis Arthur Grassley, and graduated from the town high school. At Iowa State Teachers College (now the University of Northern Iowa), he earned a B.A. in 1955 and an M.A. in 1956. He also completed some doctoral studies in political science at the University of Iowa. Also during the 1950s, Grassley farmed and worked in factories, first as a sheet metal shearer and then as an assembly line worker.

Grassley represented parts of Butler County in the Iowa House of Representatives from 1959 until 1974, when he was elected to the United States House of Representatives, where he served three terms.

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