Trump ousts Sessions to set up Russia probe clash
President Trump forces Jeff Sessions to resign as attorney general after a strained relationship over the Russia inquiry. Acting AG Matthew Whitaker will oversee the Mueller investigation, replacing Rod Rosenstein who had led the probe after Sessions stepped aside.
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Ex Hawkeye Whitaker eyes Hollywood then rises to acting AG
The Gazette recalls Matthew Whitaker once aimed for film mogul fame while a 1991 Iowa Hawkeyes tight end. He later became Jeff Sessions’ acting replacement as U.S. Attorney General after Sessions resigned. Whitaker, from Ankeny, had 33 Iowa games and 21 receptions in college.
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How Iowa's election got unusually split
Democrats captured two U.S. House seats in Iowa while Republicans won the governor’s race and held the state House majority. Analysts point to a persistent urban rural split, with cities tilting Democratic and rural areas favoring Republicans, explaining divergent outcomes in a purple state.
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Reynolds and Hubbell Vote Totals Stated
Reynolds leads with 662,633 votes at 50.4 percent while Hubbell trails with 623,099 votes at 47.4 percent. The figures reflect posted totals from the election, showing a clear margin for Reynolds.
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Trump welcomes new voters as Gregg wins audition
National and state election coverage highlights President Trump welcoming new voters and praising Adam Gregg after his favorable audition with voters. The piece previews investigations on the House agenda and outlines five key Iowa election result points with emphasis on political dynamics and outcomes.
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Iowa voters endorse GOP control at Capitol
Republicans expanded their one party hold on Iowa state government in the election. Democrats gained five House seats but did not flip the chamber, while Republicans added three Senate seats for a 32 to 18 edge. Governor Kim Reynolds won a four year term as GOP leaders touted voter approval of current policies.
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