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Joni Ernst invites Iowa students to service academy event and comments on safety policies

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Sen. Joni Ernst, US Senator for Iowa | Joni Ernst Official Webste

Sen. Joni Ernst, US Senator for Iowa | Joni Ernst Official Webste

Senator Joni Ernst, representing Iowa, shared several updates on her official X account on September 10, 2025. Her posts addressed topics ranging from educational opportunities for Iowa students to federal government accountability and public safety.

In a message aimed at Iowa youth, Ernst wrote on September 10: "Are you an Iowa high school student interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy? Join me on September 20 to learn more! https://t.co/bufz5RlPgo"

Later that day, Ernst commented on national security and the actions of former President Donald Trump. On September 10 she stated: "President Trump is making Americans safer and saving lives. If it had been done years ago, Sarah Root, Laken Riley, and Katie Abraham might still be alive today. https://t.co/SPeR0FKxCh"

Ernst also highlighted her ongoing efforts to address misuse of federal funds. In a third post dated September 10, she said: "I have long fought to root out waste, fraud, and abuse in the federal government. I look forward to working with our next @SBAOIG to hold COVID fraudsters accountable. https://t.co/hp4h3uvuj4"

Joni Ernst has previously advocated for increased oversight of government spending and has called for reforms within federal agencies related to COVID-19 relief programs.