Trump pick for USDA testifies at confirmation hearing
Brooke Rollins, President Trump’s nominee to lead USDA, told senators she has much to learn about avian influenza as the bird flu outbreak strains poultry flocks and dairy herds. She faced questions on tariffs, rural America, SNAP and rural development while pledging to prioritize animal disease readiness and work visa reforms.
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Tina Smith
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Cedar Rapids man faces prostitution charge in trafficking case
A Cedar Rapids man was charged with prostitution linked to a human trafficking case involving a minor and two July arrests. The case also ties Lyle Chapman to conversations about sex acts. Chapman was arrested and released on bond after posting $3000.
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Iowa City man sentenced to six years for child pornography
A 62-year-old Iowa City man identified as Christopher Kevin Carpenter was sentenced to six years in federal prison for receiving child sexual abuse material. Investigators seized 10 devices, revealing ongoing activity since 2001. He must serve five years of supervised release and pay $3,000 in restitution. The case, part of Project Safe Childhood, was handled by University of Iowa Police and U.S. DOJ.
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