Sioux City Times

Senator Joni Ernst, a Republican representing Iowa, used her Twitter account on July 25, 2025, to address issues ranging from agricultural policy and government efficiency to tax reform and IRS oversight.

In her first post of the day, Ernst thanked Secretary Rollins for actions benefiting farmers and taxpayers. She wrote: "Thank you, @SecRollins for delivering for our farmers and taxpayers. Get bureaucrats back to work Move @USDA staff closer to farmers Consolidate unused office space Next up - sell the vacant @USDA HQ building with my FOR SALE Act!" (July 25, 2025).

Later that afternoon, Ernst commented on inflation and recent legislative efforts. She stated: "I am glad Democrats finally noticed the Bidenflation price hike. That is why it was so important to pass the One Big Beautiful Bill and deliver the largest tax cut in history to hardworking Americans." (July 25, 2025).

Her third post focused on IRS staffing and compliance issues. She posted: "Reducing Biden's army of new IRS agents is a strong start @auctnr1. Next up, auditing the IRS employees who owe MORE THAN $46 MILLION in back taxes." (July 25, 2025).

Ernst has previously advocated for relocating federal agency offices outside of Washington D.C., aiming to increase accountability by placing staff closer to constituents such as farmers. She has also supported consolidating or selling underutilized federal properties as part of broader government efficiency efforts.

Concerns about inflation have been a central theme in U.S. political discourse since early in President Joe Biden’s administration. Republicans have often criticized Democratic policies as contributing factors while championing large-scale tax cuts as remedies.

Recent debates over the Internal Revenue Service have included discussions about hiring additional agents and ensuring agency employees comply with tax laws themselves. Proposals for increased oversight reflect ongoing scrutiny of both enforcement practices and internal accountability at the IRS.