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Brianne Pfannenstiel

Brianne Pfannenstiel

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Chief Political Reporter, Des Moines Register

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  • Chuck Grassley: 'If there's a constitutional crisis, it's not being caused by President Trump'

    By Brianne Pfannenstiel Verified|Des Moines RegisterVerifiedFORT MADISON, Iowa — U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley said he believes President Donald Trump will “act in good faith” in responding to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling to facilitate the return of a Maryland man the administration admitted was mistakenly flown to a prison in El Salvador. "It's not a question of the president following the court order,” Grassley told reporters following a town hall meeting in Fort Madison.

    By Brianne Pfannenstiel Verified · Des Moines Register

    Apr. 15, 2025

  • Chuck Grassley holds tense town hall as Iowans press him on Medicaid, Trump, tariffs

    By Brianne Pfannenstiel Verified|Des Moines RegisterVerifiedFORT MADISON, Iowa — About 100 people crowded into the City Hall chambers here Tuesday to press U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley on a range of grievances from potential Medicaid cuts to President Donald Trump’s treatment of refugees and immigrants. The meeting was, at times, more of an airing of grievances for worked up Iowans than a true question-and-answer session, with members of the audience often shouting down and over the soft-spoken senior senator.

    By Brianne Pfannenstiel Verified · Des Moines Register

    Apr. 15, 2025

  • Chuck Grassley: 'If there's a constitutional crisis, it's not being caused by President Trump'

    By Brianne Pfannenstiel Verified|Des Moines RegisterVerifiedFORT MADISON, Iowa — U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley said he believes President Donald Trump will “act in good faith” in responding to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling to facilitate the return of a Maryland man the administration admitted was mistakenly flown to a prison in El Salvador. "It's not a question of the president following the court order,” Grassley told reporters following a town hall meeting in Fort Madison.

    By Brianne Pfannenstiel Verified · Des Moines Register

    Apr. 15, 2025

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Des Moines Register

The Des Moines Register is Iowa’s largest daily morning newspaper, based in Des Moines. Established in 1849, it has a rich history of serving as a primary news source for the state. The newspaper is known for its comprehensive coverage of local, national, and international news, with a strong emphasis on Iowa-centric reporting. It operates under the Cowles Media Company, which is part of Gannett, and has maintained a significant presence in the community for over a century. In addition to its daily newspaper, The Register offers historical archives with over 3.4 million searchable pages dating back to 1871. It also publishes special publications, such as *Juice*, a weekly tabloid aimed at younger audiences with entertainment and lifestyle content. The Register has adapted to the digital age by providing online news, subscriptions, and multimedia content, ensuring it remains a vital resource for Iowa residents, businesses, and policymakers.

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