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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Pete Buttigieg in front of an American flag speaking to a crowd of over 1,800 people, at his first public event since President Donald Trump was elected. This was held at the Veteran Memorial Building in Cedar Rapids on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

Pete Buttigieg criticizes DOGE cuts at the VA at Cedar Rapids town hall

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor May 13, 2025

CEDAR RAPIDS — Pete Buttigieg criticized President Donald Trump’s impact on veterans at a town hall in Cedar Rapids Tuesday. The former Navy Reserves intelligence officer condemned Trump’s efforts...

President Donald Trump watches during finals of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pa., on Saturday, March. 22, 2025.

Federal grant cut impacts Iowa’s local farmers, school districts

Genevieve DiChiara, News Reporter May 8, 2025

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s cancellation of $11.3 million in grants distributed to Iowa farmers, schools, food pantries, and child care centers affected access to locally sourced produce...

Signs are held up during the “Hands Off!” protest in downtown Iowa City on April 5, 2025. This was a part of a nationwide anti-Trump protest and over a thousand attendees showed up.

How UI students feel about Trump’s first 100 days in office

Genevieve DiChiara and Anna Mitchell May 7, 2025

During his first 100 days in office, President Donald Trump has provoked mixed reactions among University of Iowa students. His approval rating has dropped below 50 percent since his inauguration,...

U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst R-Iowa and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa speak with The Daily Iowan in the Hart Senate building in Washington on April 7, 2025. The senators spoke about their support for DOGE and the closure of the Department of Education.

As Trump’s DOGE shakes up the federal government, Iowa’s deep ties are laid bare

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor April 22, 2025

As President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency works to slash nearly $1 trillion in federal spending, Iowa Republicans have deep connections to those efforts. One of Trump’s...

The University of Iowa International Programs office is seen in Iowa City on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. The University offers study abroad programs in approximately 50 countries throughout the world.

UI international students suing federal government for visa revocations

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor April 22, 2025

Three University of Iowa international students whose visas were revoked by the federal government earlier this month warned they would be deported to “countries other than their countries of origin,”...

The International Programs office located in the University Capitol Centre in Iowa City on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021. International Programs is opening the University of Iowa Passport Office within the same space.

Four more UI students’ visas revoked

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor April 15, 2025

This is a developing story, check back for updates  Federal officials have revoked the visas of five international students at the University of Iowa, according to the Campaign to Organize Graduate...

President Donald Trump watches during finals of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pa on Saturday, March. 22, 2025. The NCAA Championships ended with Penn States fourth consecutive victory at 177.0, Nebraska in second 117.0, Oklahoma State in third 102.5, and Iowa in fourth 81.0.

Trump administration revokes UI student’s visa

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor April 11, 2025

The Trump administration revoked the visa of an international graduate student at the University of Iowa, according to an email sent to international students on April 10.  The UI learned on April...

The Iowa City Public Library is seen before an International Writer Program panel held in the Iowa City Public Library on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024.

Public library programs at risk after executive order dismantles Institute of Library and Museum Services

Anna Mitchell, News Reporter April 10, 2025

President Donald Trump’s initiative to dismantle the Institute of Library and Museum Services could result in Iowa losing out on federal funding and support for libraries and museums.  Issued...

U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa speaks with The Daily Iowan on Wednesday, April 8, 2025. Hinson spoke about the House budget reconciliation bill and DOGE efficiency.

Q&A | U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson speaks budget reconciliation, Department of Government Efficiency

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor April 9, 2025

WASHINGTON — Sitting down with The Daily Iowan, Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, spoke about the Department of Government Efficiency, refugee service funding, and the budget reconciliation process. This...

U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa speaks with The Daily Iowan on Wednesday, April 8, 2025. Hinson spoke about the House budget reconciliation bill and DOGE efficiency.

Iowa Republicans seek to root out federal waste, fraud in Medicaid, SNAP

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor April 9, 2025

WASHINGTON — U.S. House Republicans’ budget resolution may cut millions in funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, and Medicaid. Iowa House Republicans say it will cut...

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds prepares to enter the House of Representatives during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025.

Iowa Republicans support Trump’s move to close Department of Education

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor April 9, 2025

Iowa Republicans espoused their support for the closure of the U.S. Department of Education, or DOE, after President Donald Trump signed an executive order in late March starting the process of closing...

The U.S. Capitol Building is seen in Washington D.C. on April 7, 2025.

U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley opposes Trump’s use of tariffs

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor April 8, 2025

U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, opposes President Donald Trump’s use of tariffs and has introduced a bill that would require any tariff to be approved within 60 days by Congress or be removed. Iowa...