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JD Vance will campaign with Zach Nunn in Iowa ahead of midterms
Vice President JD Vance faces political setbacks abroad Vice President JD Vance has faced political setbacks abroad as he tries to position himself as the future leader of the Republican Party. Vice President JD Vance will campaign in Iowa alongside U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn ahead of a competitive midterm election. "Iowa is at the center of the fight for our majority," Nunn said in a statement provided to the Des Moines Register. "Having the vice president on the ground is a testament to the momentum we're building and our commitment to finishing the job for working families." Vance will appear in Iowa April 30. Axios, which first reported the news, said Vance would also attend an event with the Turning Point USA at Iowa State University in Ames. Nunn is seeking reelection to Iowa's 3rd Congressional District, which is perpetually among the nation's most competitive. It is one of 17 U.S. House seats rated as a "toss-up" by nonpartisan elections analysts at the Cook Political Report, and it is one of the top targets for Democrats seeking to flip control of the chamber. The district spans 21 counties and includes the cities of Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ottumwa and Winterset. “No one has been able to hold the 3rd District for more than two terms," Nunn told a crowd in West Des Moines at an April 13 event. "… We’re going to break the mold. We’re going to succeed, and we’re going to do it because we’re taking Iowa’s voice to the nation’s capital." He warned that Democrats would seek to impeach Trump, reverse his sweeping executive orders and raise taxes if the party takes control of Congress. In addition to Nunn's seat, races are expected to be competitive up and down the ballot with U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks seeking reelection in the 1st District and open seats for governor and U.S. Senate. Vance's visit could also help lay the groundwork for a 2028 presidential bid. Iowa Republicans are expected to once again host their first-in-the-nation presidential caucuses in 2028. Vance, who has not yet spent extensive time in the state, is expected to be a top contender for the White House. As President Donald Trump's running mate in 2024, Vance attended a private fundraiser and roundtable in Des Moines. And in 2019, before he ran for office, Vance was the headline speaker at the Greater Des Moines Partnership's 2019 annual dinner. Brianne Pfannenstiel is the chief politics reporter for the Des Moines Register. She writes about campaigns, elections and the Iowa Caucuses. Reach her at bpfann@dmreg.com or 515-284-8244. Follow her on X at @brianneDMR.
JD Vance will campaign with Zach Nunn in Iowa ahead of midterms
Vice President JD Vance faces political setbacks abroad Vice President JD Vance has faced political setbacks abroad as he tries to position himself as the future leader of the Republican Party. Vice President JD Vance will campaign in Iowa alongside U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn ahead of a competitive midterm election. "Iowa is at the center of the fight for our majority," Nunn said in a statement provided to the Des Moines Register. "Having the vice president on the ground is a testament to the momentum we're building and our commitment to finishing the job for working families." Vance will appear in Iowa April 30. Axios, which first reported the news, said Vance would also attend an event with the Turning Point USA at Iowa State University in Ames. Nunn is seeking reelection to Iowa's 3rd Congressional District, which is perpetually among the nation's most competitive. It is one of 17 U.S. House seats rated as a "toss-up" by nonpartisan elections analysts at the Cook Political Report, and it is one of the top targets for Democrats seeking to flip control of the chamber. The district spans 21 counties and includes the cities of Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ottumwa and Winterset. “No one has been able to hold the 3rd District for more than two terms," Nunn told a crowd in West Des Moines at an April 13 event. "… We’re going to break the mold. We’re going to succeed, and we’re going to do it because we’re taking Iowa’s voice to the nation’s capital." He warned that Democrats would seek to impeach Trump, reverse his sweeping executive orders and raise taxes if the party takes control of Congress. In addition to Nunn's seat, races are expected to be competitive up and down the ballot with U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks seeking reelection in the 1st District and open seats for governor and U.S. Senate. Vance's visit could also help lay the groundwork for a 2028 presidential bid. Iowa Republicans are expected to once again host their first-in-the-nation presidential caucuses in 2028. Vance, who has not yet spent extensive time in the state, is expected to be a top contender for the White House. As President Donald Trump's running mate in 2024, Vance attended a private fundraiser and roundtable in Des Moines. And in 2019, before he ran for office, Vance was the headline speaker at the Greater Des Moines Partnership's 2019 annual dinner. Brianne Pfannenstiel is the chief politics reporter for the Des Moines Register. She writes about campaigns, elections and the Iowa Caucuses. Reach her at bpfann@dmreg.com or 515-284-8244. Follow her on X at @brianneDMR.
Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi after criticism over Epstein docs
Watch Pam Bondi, Thomas Massie clash during House Judiciary Committee Attorney General Pam Bondi and Rep. Thomas Massie, R–Kentucky clashed during the House Judiciary Committee on Feb. 11. Here's what was said. WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi after several investigations of his perceived enemies were thwarted and her handling of files related to accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein came under criticism, according to CNN and Fox News. Trump said Bondi would be moving to an important job in the private sector, according to Reuters. Bondi’s ouster represented Trump’s second removal of a Cabinet official in his second term. He fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in March and replaced her with Markwayne Mullin, a former senator from Oklahoma. Bondi will be succeeded temporarily by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche. Lawmakers of both parties accused Bondi of botching the release of the Epstein files, which Congress directed in December. The legislation came after Bondi refused last July to release the files, despite Trump and his supporters campaigning for the release of all federal records in the case. The department eventually released about 3 million pages of documents but left another 2.5 million sealed. Blanche said the remaining records either named women who accused Epstein of abuse, could hurt potential prosecutions or were protected under legal privileges. The documents have led to investigations in other countries, including the arrest of a former prince, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, but not in the United States. Bondi’s critics argued much more should be released. "This is bigger than Watergate,” Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Kentucky, told Bondi at a February hearing. "This cover-up spans decades, and you are responsible for this portion of it." Bondi called Massie a failed politician. When questioned about not prosecuting Epstein accomplices, Bondi said lawmakers should appreciate that stock markets were rising under Trump. The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee subpoenaed her to testify on April 14 about the Epstein files. The Justice Department was also sluggish in investigating Trump’s perceived enemies. Trump pressured Bondi on social media Sept. 20 to take legal action against New York Attorney General Letitia James, former FBI Director James Comey and Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California. James secured a half-billion dollar civil fraud judgment against Trump last year, though the penalty was later thrown out by an appeals court. Comey led the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election, which found no alleged ties to Trump’s campaign. Schiff led the first House impeachment against Trump over his dealings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. "We can’t delay any longer, it’s killing our reputation and credibility,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social addressed to Bondi. “JUSTICE MUST BE SERVED, NOW!!!” But judges dismissed indictments against James and Comey and grand juries refused to pursue new charges. Schiff hasn’t been charged. Grand juries have also refused to indict suspects in investigations from Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney in the District of Columbia. One probe targeted six Democratic lawmakers for encouraging troops to disobey illegal orders. “Today, it was a grand jury of anonymous American citizens who upheld the rule of law and determined this case should not proceed,” Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, said on social media Feb. 10. “But today wasn’t just an embarrassing day for the Administration. It was another sad day for our country.”
Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi after criticism over Epstein docs
Watch Pam Bondi, Thomas Massie clash during House Judiciary Committee Attorney General Pam Bondi and Rep. Thomas Massie, R–Kentucky clashed during the House Judiciary Committee on Feb. 11. Here's what was said. WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi after several investigations of his perceived enemies were thwarted and her handling of files related to accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein came under criticism, according to CNN and Fox News. Trump said Bondi would be moving to an important job in the private sector, according to Reuters. Bondi’s ouster represented Trump’s second removal of a Cabinet official in his second term. He fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in March and replaced her with Markwayne Mullin, a former senator from Oklahoma. Bondi will be succeeded temporarily by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche. Lawmakers of both parties accused Bondi of botching the release of the Epstein files, which Congress directed in December. The legislation came after Bondi refused last July to release the files, despite Trump and his supporters campaigning for the release of all federal records in the case. The department eventually released about 3 million pages of documents but left another 2.5 million sealed. Blanche said the remaining records either named women who accused Epstein of abuse, could hurt potential prosecutions or were protected under legal privileges. The documents have led to investigations in other countries, including the arrest of a former prince, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, but not in the United States. Bondi’s critics argued much more should be released. "This is bigger than Watergate,” Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Kentucky, told Bondi at a February hearing. "This cover-up spans decades, and you are responsible for this portion of it." Bondi called Massie a failed politician. When questioned about not prosecuting Epstein accomplices, Bondi said lawmakers should appreciate that stock markets were rising under Trump. The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee subpoenaed her to testify on April 14 about the Epstein files. The Justice Department was also sluggish in investigating Trump’s perceived enemies. Trump pressured Bondi on social media Sept. 20 to take legal action against New York Attorney General Letitia James, former FBI Director James Comey and Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California. James secured a half-billion dollar civil fraud judgment against Trump last year, though the penalty was later thrown out by an appeals court. Comey led the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election, which found no alleged ties to Trump’s campaign. Schiff led the first House impeachment against Trump over his dealings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. "We can’t delay any longer, it’s killing our reputation and credibility,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social addressed to Bondi. “JUSTICE MUST BE SERVED, NOW!!!” But judges dismissed indictments against James and Comey and grand juries refused to pursue new charges. Schiff hasn’t been charged. Grand juries have also refused to indict suspects in investigations from Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney in the District of Columbia. One probe targeted six Democratic lawmakers for encouraging troops to disobey illegal orders. “Today, it was a grand jury of anonymous American citizens who upheld the rule of law and determined this case should not proceed,” Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, said on social media Feb. 10. “But today wasn’t just an embarrassing day for the Administration. It was another sad day for our country.”