Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Joni Ernst

Republican senator criticized for mock apology after saying ‘we all are going to die’

Joni Ernst makes light of fears that Medicaid cuts could be fatal, later filming a reply in what appeared to be a graveyard

The Guardian - US

US budget chief calls fears that cuts to benefits will lead to deaths ‘totally ridiculous’

Russ Vought dismisses fears that Trump’s sweeping tax-cut bill will slash federal safety net programs

The Guardian - US

Joni Ernst doubles down on bleak ‘We are all going to die’ comments in sarcastic non-apology

‘I made an incorrect assumption that everyone in the auditorium understood that yes, we are all going to perish from this Earth,’ Iowa senator says

The Independent UK

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Joni Ernst gets brutally booed after telling concerned constituents ‘we all are going to die’ during heated Medicaid town hall

Republican Senator Joni Ernst faced intense criticism and pushback from constituents during a recent town hall meeting where discussions about proposed Medicaid cuts turned contentious. The heated exchange centered around the reconciliation bill, which has already passed the House of Representatives with support from most Republicans.

We Got This Covered

GOP senator: "We're all going to die"

The Iowa Republican made the remark at a tense town hall with constituents on Friday

Salon

‘Well, we all are going to die’: GOP senator’s stark mic drop to town hall over Medicaid cuts

Democrats quickly pounce on Joni Ernst’s ‘stunningly callous’ statement

The Independent UK

GOP Senator Brushes Off Concerns Over Medicaid Cuts at Town Hall: 'We're All Going to Die'

A Republican senator brushed off concerns over potential Medicaid cuts during a town hall with her constituents, arguing "we're all going to die."

International Business Times

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

GOP Senator Brushes Off Concerns of Medicaid Cuts Killing People: 'We're All Going to Die'

A Republican senator brushed off concerns over potential Medicaid cuts during a town hall with her constituents, arguing "we're all going to die."

Latin Times

Hacker who beamed AI images of Trump kissing Elon Musk’s feet was working during taxpayer-funded union time, report claims

Iowa Republican Senator says the stunt from a federal agency has become ‘poster child for why taxpayer-funded union time needs to end’

The Independent UK

MAGA world turns to familiar playbook to pressure GOP senator - Roll Call

MAGA influencers used familiar pressure tactics on Sen. Thom Tillis after he came out against Trump's nominee for D.C.'s top prosecutor.

Roll Call

Pete Hegseth’s latest blunders have him fighting a war on two fronts - he could wind up the loser

Analysis: Hegseth’s numerous negative headlines either will put his job at risk or elevate him in the eyes of the president

The Independent UK

Ernst military ties raise ethic concerns

One of the most influential voices in Congress on military topics has potential conflicts of interest, experts say

Salon

Elon Musk Meets Senate Republicans To Discuss Government Efficiency

Elon Musk meets Senate Republicans to discuss government efficiency and taxpayer savings.

Top News

Donald Trump has become master of the US Senate

By voting in favor of nominees they knew should never be approved, Republican senators became Trump’s subjects

The Guardian - US

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

Top News

Senate DOGE Caucus Chair Ernst Collaborates With Elon Musk

Republican Senator Joni Ernst collaborates with Elon Musk to reduce government spending, sparking praise and criticism.

Top News

Bipartisan SAMOSA Act Aims To Modernize Federal IT Systems

The SAMOSA Act aims to modernize federal IT, save money, and promote fair software licensing practices.

Roll Call

Vulnerable lawmakers begin 2026 cycle with modest war chests - Roll Call

Fourth-quarter fundraising reports filed with the FEC show many vulnerable lawmakers starting the cycle with modest war chests.

The Independent UK

Elon Musk lays out plans for DOGE's cost-cutting in late-night, freewheeling conversation on X

The billionaire hosted a rambling 50-minute conversation on X Spaces in the early hours of Monday with Republican senators Joni Ernst, Mike Lee and former DOGE co-lead Vivek Ramaswamy

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

Roll Call

Trump's tariffs, nominees and budget plans dominate Congress this week - Roll Call

The House continues to struggle with questions about a budget package while the Senate plows through more Cabinet nominees.

Top News

Senate Pushes For Government Efficiency With Return-To-Work Mandate

Efforts to enhance government efficiency through return-to-work mandate and policy proposals led by Senator Joni Ernst.

Top News

Sen. Jacky Rosen Introduces Bill To Address Childcare Crisis

Sen. Jacky Rosen and Sen. Joni Ernst introduce bipartisan bill to address childcare affordability issues by providing loans to nonprofit providers through ...

Roll Call

Trump firing of watchdogs gives early test to new Senate caucus - Roll Call

President Donald Trump fired at least 18 inspectors general across the federal government without required notification to Congress.

The Guardian - US

Pete Hegseth: five things to know about the new US secretary of defense

Hegseth has been accused of sexual assault and excessive drinking, and has endorsed extremist Christian doctrine

The Independent UK

JD Vance forced to break Senate nail-biter tie in Pete Hegseth’s confirmation as Defense Secretary

Surprise third Republican Mitch McConnell opposed Hegseth’s confirmation after a series of revelations about his personal life and alleged misconduct

The Independent UK

Republican senator goes to war on mascots designed to teach children about soil, pests and the US Mint

A bill banning the mascots is part of the government’s plan to cut $2 trillion in federal spending

1 2 3 4 5

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

the House of Representatives

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.