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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 03, 2017

Page

10

Branstad Faces Senate Hearing on China Ambassadorship

Former Iowa governor Terry Branstad faced a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing to confirm as ambassador to China. Senators from both parties referenced Iowa ties and shared light moments as they questioned him about the post and his connections to Iowa.

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Branstad Defends China Dialogue Amid Senate Hearings

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad discusses human rights and trade policy with senators about China and North Korea. He supports meeting Chinese dissidents, cites religious liberty, and favors using diplomacy and economic pressure to curb North Korea's nuclear program while promoting U.S. values. Branstad’s family accompanied him as he awaits Senate confirmation and a White House visit with President Trump.

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GOP anger as Reynolds lieutenant governor question ruling unfolds

Republicans denounce the decision affirming Reynolds would not hold dual offices and would not appoint a lieutenant governor. Miller says initial informal opinion evolved after deeper review. Democrats are quiet as lawmakers weigh legal and political implications.

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