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Iowa GOP Calls for Defunding Planned Parenthood

Iowa GOP State Central Committee passed a resolution calling for the defunding of Planned Parenthood by a nearly unanimous vote.

Iowa GOP Chair Throws Fuel on Marion County GOP Confederate Flag Fire

Iowa GOP Chair Jeff Kaufmann’s comments were just as “juvenile and stupid” as the Marion County GOP Confederate flag incident he was referring to.

Reaction Round-up: Supreme Court’s Marriage Decision

Here is a round-up of reactions from different candidates, groups and activists about the Supreme Court’s decision in favor of same sex marriage.

Who Killed the Iowa Straw Poll?

There are several factors that played a part in the cancellation of the iconic Iowa Straw Poll that has been a part of the Iowa Caucus since 1979.

Where is Caffeinated Thoughts Radio?

Shane Vander Hart gives an update why he and Brian have not had a new show on The Truth Network 99.3 FM the last three weeks.

Iowa GOP Cancels Iowa Straw Poll

The Republican Party of Iowa’s State Central Committee voted today to cancel the 2015 Iowa Straw Poll, previously planned for August 8.

Will the Iowa Straw Poll Be Canceled?

Some speculate there may be a vote Friday to cancel the Iowa Straw Poll during a phone conference call for Iowa GOP State Central Committee members.

New Technology Announced for 2016 Iowa Caucuses

The 2016 Iowa caucus results will be delivered via a new, mobile-enabled, cloud-based platform that will allow for accurate, efficient and secure reporting.

2015 Iowa GOP Lincoln Dinner Live Blog

Shane Vander Hart is live blogging the 2015 Republican Party of Iowa Lincoln Dinner featuring numerous prospective 2016 candidates and elected officials.

Iowa GOP Eliminates “Pay to Play” Element of Straw Poll

Iowa GOP Chair Jeff Kaufmann announced changes for the 2015 Iowa Straw Poll that eliminates its “pay to play” nature making it affordable for candidates.

Iowa GOP Lincoln Dinner to Feature Prospective Presidential Candidates

The Republican Party of Iowa will host many of the prospective presidential candidates at 2015 Lincoln Dinner on May 16 at the Iowa Events Center.

Iowa House Votes to Lift Firearm Suppressor Ban

The Iowa House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly, 75 to 24, this week in favor HF 527 which lifts the state’s ban on firearm suppressors.

Iowa GOP Announce Six New Staff Members

The Republican Party of Iowa announced six new staff members today demonstrating strong growth leading into the 2016 Iowa Caucus.

Iowa Republicans Respond to Obama’s 6th State of the Union Address

State of the Union Responses from Republican Congressmen Steve King, Rod Blum and David Young and Iowa GOP Chair Jeff Kaufmann and Co-Chair Cody Hoefert,
Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad and former House Speaker Kraig Paulsen (R-Hiawatha) during 2015 Condition of t.he State address

GOP Offers Mixed Reaction to Branstad’s Condition of the State

Republican state legislators and party officials offered a mixed reaction to Iowa Governor Terry Branstad’s 2015 Condition of the State address.

Ted Cruz Courts Liberty Movement in Iowa

Tea Party champion and conservative firebrand Ted Cruz may be ready to embrace his libertarian side to find a path from Iowa to the White House.