Iowa senators back repeal of Obamacare in vote
Iowa GOP Senators Joni Ernst and Chuck Grassley backed repeal of the Affordable Care Act amid efforts to craft a replacement. Republicans faced Democratic resistance as they pushed for a two year delay and a House Senate conference, though prospects for passage remained doubtful.
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Deep GOP rift over Obamacare repeal and health care
The Senate debates a skinny repeal to repeal parts of Obamacare while preserving core protections and taxes. Leaders note divisions on government help for health care, with Corker and Johnson calling for more organized action and Trump pressing for a move on repeal. Murkowski defends cautious governance amid party pressure.
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Grassley opens Russia hearing without star witnesses
Sen. Chuck Grassley opened a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on possible Russian interference in 2016 without star witnesses Donald Trump Jr. and Paul Manafort who had been expected. Trump Jr. agreed to cooperate with documents and a transcribed interview, while Manafort was subpoenaed and later subpoena withdrawn after agreement to provide materials.
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Community Briefs from Linn County and North Liberty Events
The Eat Grow Share event at NewBo City Market in Linn County runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday with a mobile food pantry, nonperishable food donations, and fund drive support. ISU Extension tips on container gardening and composting are featured. North Liberty hosts Community Day 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at Penn Landing, with live music, food, crafts, face painting, bounce houses, and a $15 cornhole team entry.
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Hubbell Endorsement From Ex Lt Governor Pederson Shift
Former Iowa Lt. Gov. Sally Pederson endorses Fred Hubbell for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination and will chair his campaign. She credits Hubbell with job creation and healthcare access during his interim leadership of the Department of Economic Development.
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