Iowa Leaders Respond To Trump Inauguration
Iowa figures issue statements after Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th president, pledging renewed optimism and efforts to secure borders, ease inflation, and unleash energy. Grassley calls for unity and policy focus as the new era begins, while others condemn Biden-Harris effects and pledge to restore American prosperity.
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Feenstra backs Trump agenda for border and tax cuts
Iowa U S Representative Randy Feenstra asserts support for President Trump and a Republican-led Congress to pass the Farm Bill, extend tax cuts, secure the border, and aid farmers. He frames a stronger economy and prosperity for Iowans centered on energy, small business, and lower costs.
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Biden grants pardons to Fauci Milley and Jan 6 panel
President Biden pardons Dr. Anthony Fauci retired Gen. Mark Milley and members of the Jan 6 committee in a sweeping end of term move. He defends the action as gratitude while opponents warn of risky precedent for future administrations. The pardons, dating back to 2014 for Fauci and Milley, come as Trump signals revenge politics and reshapes future clemency use.
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Rubio confirmed as first Trump Cabinet member
The Senate unanimously confirmed Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, making him the first Trump Cabinet appointee. The chamber also advanced nominations for defense secretary and CIA director as part of the inauguration day confirmations. Rubio, 53, pledged to push an America First policy, support Israel and Taiwan, counter China, and seek ceasefire progress in Russia Ukraine while Europe bears more costs.
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Border Policy Shifts as Remain in Mexico Returns
The United States reopens the Remain in Mexico policy as Mexico agrees to host asylum seekers while online asylum appointments vanish from the CBP One system. Trump pledges mass deportations and border wall completion with military help, revisiting prior enforcement priorities and bolstering immigration controls.
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