The Iowa Republican, who a year ago saw opportunities to work with his former Senate colleague on issues such as prescription drug pricing, now believes the president’s compromises to appease progressives are limiting his ability to reach bipartisan agreement on his proposals.
The refugees are settling in cities across the state, including Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, the Quad-Cities, Sioux City and Council Bluffs.
Less than three months since the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan, eight humanitarian parolees in Cedar Rapids detail the fall of their home country and their hopes for their new home.
Since Oct. 16, refugees escaping the Taliban’s grip in Afghanistan have started to arrive in Cedar Rapids.
Panel looks to help communities find and develop the diversity and equity resources needed to greet refugees and immigrants, and create welcoming and inclusive environments for new populations.
They will be going to the major populated areas of the state, such as Des Moines and Cedar Rapids, where there are resources and jobs and support systems for them.
Legislation would honor military members, diplomats and humanitarian service in Afghanistan. Despite the chaotic end of operations, their resolution says their service “is something to be remembered, lauded, and honored.”
Armed with American flags, we were all in it together — until we weren’t.
The family of a 23-year-old Marine said Friday he was among 13 U.S. service members killed in the suicide bombing attack at the Kabul airport in Afghanistan.
Congresswoman proposes withholding aid until Americans and allies are out of country
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