U.S. Senator Joni Ernst posted several messages on her X (formerly Twitter) account on March 27, 2026, addressing both federal budget concerns and Iowa college basketball teams.
In a post published at 01:01 UTC, Ernst criticized Democrats over funding for the Department of Homeland Security. She wrote, “Democrats seem to forget that bills are due and expenses must be paid regardless of the political games they want to play with @DHSgov funding.”
Later that day, at 01:40 UTC, Ernst celebrated the University of Iowa’s men’s basketball team advancing in the NCAA tournament by posting, “.@IowaHoops are on the Elite Eight! “
At 15:18 UTC, she expressed support for Iowa State University’s men’s basketball team before their game against the University of Tennessee. She stated, “It’s GAME DAY! @CycloneMBB is going to wipe the floor with @Vol_Hoops. Let’s go Cyclones! “
Ernst represents Iowa in the U.S. Senate and serves on multiple committees. She has prioritized fiscal responsibility and budget improvements throughout her tenure. According to her official website, she was the first woman from Iowa elected to federal office and is also recognized as the first female combat veteran elected to the U.S. Senate. Her background includes more than two decades of service in the Iowa Army National Guard, where she attained the rank of lieutenant colonel and led troops during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Raised on a family farm in Montgomery County, Iowa, Ernst earned a bachelor’s degree from Iowa State University and a master’s degree in public administration from Columbus State University.
