Blum weighs Obamacare replacement while seeking Iowa input
U S Rep Rod Blum said he has not decided on the Republican health care plan. He is gathering feedback from constituents in Iowa, sending a survey to more than 1,000 email contacts, and reviewing the bill as a work in progress before a House vote. He wants a plan that lowers costs and boosts insurance competition.
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King comments spark tourism fallout in Iowa over race remarks
Iowa tourism officials report hundreds canceling vacations due to U S Rep Steve King comments about culture and demographics. Lode cites unusual feedback as travelers skip Iowa events like Ragbrai while stressing Iowa remains welcoming and diverse despite one official's statements.
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CNN
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Washington, D.C
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the Gazette
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Branstad warns Democrats on child welfare probe
Gov. Terry Branstad urged Democrats not to pursue questions about state child welfare services, saying a probe could jeopardize a criminal case involving Natalie Finn's death. Senators McCoy and Petersen accused him of deflecting blame as DHS faces staffing cuts and scrutiny over abuse cases.
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