Chuck Grassley
United States Senator from Iowa since 1981
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With diesel at $6, the best thing Trump could do is follow what a Republican president did in the ’70s and a Democrat president did in the ’70s,
- Grassley saidThe Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…
High diesel prices ARE KILLING FARMERS INCOME,
- Mr. Grassley wrote, in his characteristic social media shorthandThe New York Timesnytimes.com/2026/09…
If Jack Smith did that to Democrats, you’d never hear the end of it,
- Grassley said in the statement,NBC Newsnbcnews.com/politics/justice…
Mr. Smith's operation was a partisan weapon that broke the rules, lied to the court and engaged in bad faith throughout his operation and he has no credibility, only to the partisan media and Democrats that cheered him on as they will do today,
- Grassley saidABC 7 Newsabc7news.com/story/ex…
We are writing to determine what procedures and protocols, if any, Smith and his team used to filter privileged or potentially privileged materials from being impermissibly accessed, reviewed and/or used,
- Grassley and Johnson wroteFox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/jack…foxnews.com/politics/jack…
What will the partisan media say about this disgraceful government overreach? This wasn’t a normal prosecution by any means,
- Grassley challenged in comments to Fox News Digital on Tuesday, as critics have highlighted the lack of concern or coverage given to Smith’s probe by legacy mediaFox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/jack…foxnews.com/politics/jack…
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Republicans know they need to bring down gas prices — but can’t stop feuding to do so
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Republican efforts to reduce national gas prices in the weeks before Election Day were derailed in the Senate by infighting among GOP lawmakers and members of the administration who could not agree on how to ease consumers’ pain at the pump
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…FBI tracked Melania, Barron Trump ahead of 2022 Mar-a-Lago search, documents show
The Jerusalem Postjpost.com/international/articl…The FBI investigation codenamed "Plasmic Echo," later taken over by special counsel Jack Smith, examined Trump’s alleged improper retention of classified and national-defense material and possible obstruction
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/biden…Senator Marsha Blackburn Sues Over Jack Smith’s Subpoena During Trump Inquiry
The New York Timesnytimes.com/2026/09…Blackburn is asking a federal court to declare Smith's appointment unconstitutional, order the records destroyed and award $1 in nominal damages
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/secret…Fuel price fears as Trump holds crisis talks over diesel export ban
The Timesthetimes.com/uk/politics…The situation has drawn attention to two recent US moves: President Donald Trump’s consideration of a temporary diesel export restriction and new powers allowing Washington to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian energy
ABP Livenews.abplive.com/business/trum…Former Special Counsel Jack Smith testifies before Senate panel on Trump investigations
CNNcnn.com/2026/09…Republican senator explodes after Jack Smith conspiracy theory falls apart
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Trump’s proposed diesel export ban spurs fear of energy crunch in Europe
The Washington Postwashingtonpost.com/world/2026…Another surge in energy prices risks making life even more expensive for Europeans — especially once winter rolls around
Politico Europepolitico.eu/podcast/brussels…Senate GOP to press Jack Smith on Trump Jan. 6 probe as DOJ targets investigators
NBC Newsnbcnews.com/politics/justice…Big business warns Trump against diesel export ban in joint letter
CNBCcnbc.com/2026/09…In January 2024, then-presidential candidate Donald Trump blasted the Biden administration for freezing approvals for new plants to export US liquefied natural gas
CNNcnn.com/2026/09…Skyrocketing diesel prices rattle Republicans as midterms approach
ABC 7 Newsabc7news.com/story/skyrocketin…Republicans in key states like Iowa and Michigan called for ending exports of diesel refined in the United States to help boost domestic supply
National Newswatchnationalnewswatch.com/2026/09…US oil industry pushes back against proposed diesel export ban
Financial Timesft.com/content/c902e192…All three men wear suits and ties
Foreign Policyforeignpolicy.com/2026/09…Republican senator seeks probe into Trump family, flags son's ‘lavish wedding afterparty, gifts’
Hindustan Timeshindustantimes.com/world/news…Curtis wants an investigation into the alleged personal use of political ties
ABC 7 Newsabc7news.com/story/republican…GOP Senate nominee Hinson: Iowans ‘shouldn’t have to foot the bill’ for Iran war
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/campaign…Republican senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa called on the US president to place an embargo on diesel exports this weekend and help farmers grapple with high prices
Guardiantheguardian.com/us/news…Key ally urges Trump to back US farmers amid anger over rising prices
Guardiantheguardian.com/us/news…Grassley urges Trump to place embargo on diesel exports amid high prices
The Hillthehill.com/policy/transportat…In Iowa, diesel has risen to a record $6.29 a gallon from $5.35 over the past month
Newsweeknewsweek.com/chuck/grassley…Would-be Trump assassin Thomas Crooks had Snapchat, which may hold evidence 'treasure trove': former FBI agent
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/us/would…Crooks killed one attendee and severely wounded two others while also hitting Trump's ear with a bullet
Newsweeknewsweek.com/trump/says…Kash Patel Defends FBI Change on Hiring and Bestiality
Newsweeknewsweek.com/kash/patel…Bestiality takes over Kash Patel’s testimony as Senators zero in on new rules for applicants
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…One Democrat Votes to Keep Supreme Court at 9 Justices
Newsweeknewsweek.com/supreme/court…The House of Representatives on Wednesday struck down a Republican-led attempt to permanently limit the Supreme Court to nine Justices, with lawmakers voting largely along party lines
Timetime.com/article/2026…GOP lawmakers criticize Trump’s beef import plan amid blowback from ranchers
NBC Newsnbcnews.com/politics/trump…Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights
Forbes UKforbes.com/sites/kenroberts…U.S., Canada race for deal to avert Trump’s threat of 50 percent tariffs
The Washington Postwashingtonpost.com/business/20…The distance on a potential deal comes after a week of negotiations in Washington, labelled by multiple sources as constructive, with negotiators on both sides “nerding out” and reviewing individual tariffs on a line-by-line basis
Global Newsglobalnews.ca/news/12022041…Treasury Department repeals Biden-era reporting requirement for US businesses
The Hillthehill.com/business/6025347…Senator bids farewell to Beth, his ‘faithful’ vacuum cleaner
The Timesthetimes.com/us/news…Chuck Grassley (R) on Saturday eulogized a beloved vacuum cleaner, affectionately named Beth after a former Senate staffer
The Hillthehill.com/blogs/in…Senate Republicans narrowly confirm Todd Blanche as Trump's attorney general
Haaretzhaaretz.com/us/news…Reproductive health advocates fear newly confirmed Attorney General Todd Blanche will usher in a new wave of restrictions on abortion — even in states where it is legal
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Social Security Crisis Deepens as Congress Argues Over 2032 Solution
Newsweeknewsweek.com/social/security…Trump’s Judicial nominees refuse to state winner of 2020 election
CNNcnn.com/2026/08…But instead of asking about 2020, Schiff asked Cook about even earlier elections
HuffPosthuffpost.com/entry/trumps…Senate Judiciary panel votes to advance Todd Blanche’s AG nomination
Arutz Shevaisraelnationalnews.com/news/43…The road to confirmation just got bumpier for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/collins…Map Shows Worst Impacted States if Social Security Funding Runs Out
Newsweeknewsweek.com/map/worst…Social Security Update: Republican Wants to End Required Worker Payments
Newsweeknewsweek.com/social/security…Medicare is one of America’s greatest successes — and a fiscal time bomb
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/opinion/medicare…At that point, payroll tax revenue would only cover about 78 percent of scheduled benefits, translating to an automatic benefit cut of roughly 22 percent for retirees
Newsweeknewsweek.com/social/security…Trump considers pulling Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination as senators hold out
BBCbbc.com/news/articles…Former Defense Secretary: U.S. 'locked into an unwinnable war' with Iran CNN
CNNcnn.com/2026/07…Key committee vote for Blanche postponed in major blow to his nomination as Trump’s attorney general
CNNcnn.com/2026/07…Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s future at the Justice Department was in question on Wednesday afternoon after a group of Republican senators announced that the White House had not agreed to their demands surrounding the president’s so-called “slush fund”
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Daylight Savings Map Shows Where States Stand on Proposed Senate Bill
Newsweeknewsweek.com/daylight/savings…But it faces strong headwinds in the Senate, with one key Republican senator warning the bill won’t “see the light of day.”
CNNcnn.com/2026/07…This family-owned business received a six-figure US tariff refund — it’s a fraction of the $166B owed
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/busines…The Trump administration put new levies into effect around midnight in Washington
The New York Timesnytimes.com/2026/07…Jack Smith Faces DOJ Criminal Referral, Accused of Lying in Testimony
Newsweeknewsweek.com/jack/smith…Jim Jordan accuses the former special counsel of misleading members of Congress in a referral that Democrats say ‘will get laughed out of court,’ Alex Woodward writes
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Epstein victims blast Trump attorney general nominee Todd Blanche after meeting
CNBCcnbc.com/2026/07…Alison is a senior news reporter covering US politics and legal news
Forbes UKforbes.com/sites/alisondurkee…Todd Blanche’s chances of becoming attorney general could hinge on John Cornyn
Politicopolitico.com/news/2026…Trump's AG pick Todd Blanche grilled over Epstein files and Ghislaine Maxwell prison transfer
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Jack Smith thrust back into spotlight at Blanche hearing over exposed senators’ messages
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/jack…Former U.S. Special Counsel Jack Smith's team reviewed text messages from 44 Republican and Democratic members of Congress during his investigation
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…House Passes Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent, but Its Fate in the Senate Remains Unclear
International Business Times AUibtimes.com.au/house/votes…The House vote comes after President Donald Trump publicly pushed for Congress to pass the legislation
NBC Newsnbcnews.com/politics/congress…Grassley Demands Answers on Kash Patel's FBI Travel, Vehicle Spending
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/newsfront/grassley…Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has privately pressed FBI Director Kash Patel over whether he has reimbursed the government for his personal travel, new information obtained by Democrats and revealed on Thursday shows
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…Florida’s OpenAI lawsuit moves to federal court — and gets assigned to Aileen Cannon
Politicopolitico.com/news/2026…Grassley asked Blanche to respond by July 22 on whether anyone was disciplined, whether Trump's attorneys or the federal court overseeing the case were notified, and whether any classified information was compromised
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/politics/jack…GOP Senators Urge Trump to Fill Posts
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/politics/trump…Federal judgeships and Labor secretary are among the vacant posts waiting for presidential nominees
Politicopolitico.com/news/2026…FCC ID mandate plans could kill anonymous burner phones
Mashablemashable.com/tech/fcc…Four states currently have laws on the books requiring so-called data brokers — the companies that collect and sell millions of people’s information — to register in a public database, serving as a directory for people to send data deletion requests and potential targets for enforcers
Politicopolitico.com/newsletters/digit…More than $350 million in Secret Service funding redirected amid ballroom project construction, The Washington Post reports
CNNcnn.com/2026/06…More than $350 million from President Donald Trump’s “ big, beautiful bill ” has been quietly directed to White House security, an allotment that Democrats warn appears to be helping fund his new ballroom project — despite the president’s insistence that no taxpayer dollars would be used
Japan Todayjapantoday.com/category/world…GOP fears an ‘own goal’ on Newsom probe
Politicopolitico.com/newsletters/calif…While there has been no allegation of wrongdoing against Siebel Newsom or the California Partners Project, the overlap between political power, donor networks and charitable funding has become a focal point as federal inquiries continue
Newsweeknewsweek.com/donations/jennife…Trump nominates his ex-lawyer Todd Blanche for attorney general
Saudi Gazettesaudigazette.com.sa/article/66…But the Federal Vacancies Reform Act generally caps such temporary leaders at 210 days
Aljazeeraaljazeera.com/news/2026…Thune urges passage of FISA extension before deadline amidst Pulte uproar
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…In a letter first reported by Punchbowl News, Cotton and Grassley urged Secretary of State and National Security Adviser Marco Rubio to prepare contingency plans if Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act expires on June 12
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/newsfront/fisalaps…House Republican vows to force vote on bill blocking ‘anti-weaponization’ fund despite DOJ statement
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/house…Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has a chance today to convince Republicans he’s dropping plans for a controversial $1.8 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund.”
Politicopolitico.com/newsletters/insid…Fetterman on why he supports Trump's ballroom, and his shock at Democrats who doubt last assassination attempt
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/media/fetterman…However, a growing number of Republicans are pushing back on some of the president's recent priorities, creating potential hurdles for his agenda despite GOP control of both chambers of Congress
Newsweeknewsweek.com/donald/trump…Trump defends DOJ ‘anti-weaponization’ fund from GOP critics
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/administr…Senate Republicans plan to take $1 billion fund toward White House ballroom out of spending bill
NBC Newsnbcnews.com/politics/trump…GOP senators slam Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund as 'galactic blunder'
The News Internationalthenews.com.pk/latest/1403402…Senate Republicans plan to take $1 billion fund toward White House ballroom out of spending bill
NBC Newsnbcnews.com/politics/trump…Republicans Defend Senate Parliamentarian
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/politics/trump…The remarks on Truth Social underscore growing tensions over Senate rules that can determine whether key policies pass with a simple majority or face a 60-vote filibuster threshold
Newsweeknewsweek.com/trump/elizabeth…JD Vance Gives Head-Turning Answer On How That Slush Fund Will Be Used
HuffPosthuffpost.com/entry/jd…Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche on Tuesday defended the creation of a nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate political allies of President Donald Trump who believe they were unfairly prosecuted under the Biden administration
France 24france24.com/en/acting…US Senate Republicans advance major portion of $72 billion migrant enforcement bill
Reutersreuters.com/legal/government…The dispute centers on a proposed $1 billion Secret Service funding package Republicans are attempting to pass through a broader immigration enforcement bill without Democrat support
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/politics/trump…Grassley Calls Big Tech to Testify on Child Safety
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/newsfront/big…Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has invited the leaders of four major technology companies to appear before lawmakers next month for a kids safety hearing after a pair of landmark court decisions against two of the firms
The Hillthehill.com/policy/technology…Restaurant associations urge Congress to act as NFL Sunday Ticket streaming switch threatens bar revenues
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/media/restaurant…Paul: $1B for White House ballroom likely coming out of budget reconciliation bill
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…Senate Republican leaders plan to turn the political fight over the $1 billion request for security upgrades tied to the new White House ballroom into a referendum on President Trump's safety
Axiosaxios.com/2026/05…Senate Dems eager to force Republicans to vote on Trump's ballroom
Axiosaxios.com/2026/05…Trump makes fresh case for controversial $400 million ballroom after WHCD shooting
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Republicans slip $1 billion in taxpayer money for Trump ballroom security in ICE, Border Patrol package
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/republica…A liberal podcaster floated a wild conspiracy about President Donald Trump’s true intentions for his massive White House ballroom
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Appellate judges seem skeptical of Trump administration's appointments of some top prosecutors
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/donald…Although the answer is clearly yes, that’s not an answer Trump wants to hear his nominees say, since he is still demanding the 2020 election results “be permanently wiped from the books and be of no further force or effect!”
HuffPosthuffpost.com/entry/watch…US Senate panel advances Trump judicial nominee ABA deemed 'not qualified'
Reutersreuters.com/legal/government…Senators held a procedural vote for beginning debate on a package of more than a dozen of Trump’s nominations to federal attorney posts
HuffPosthuffpost.com/entry/trump…Cruz says Trump ‘spoke to me seriously’ about Supreme Court vacancies
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…President Donald Trump appointed three justices in his first term and could fill multiple vacancies in his second if the court’s senior conservatives retire
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Trump leans in on a major 2026 issue: possibly replacing Justices Alito and Thomas
CNNcnn.com/2026/04…Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley named two conservative senators as preferred replacements for a potential Supreme Court vacancy created by Justice Samuel Alito's retirement, as Republicans race to lock in a younger conservative before control of the chamber potentially shifts hands
Newsweeknewsweek.com/chuck/grassley…