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In this week's roundup: Ending the Democrat shutdown and honoring our veterans. That and more – remember to follow my Facebook page by clicking here and my Twitter page by clicking here to stay up-to-date throughout the week!

MY VOTE TO END THE DEMOCRAT SHUTDOWN AND REOPEN THE GOVERNMENT

It’s shameful that Democrats kept the government shut down for 43 days all to give free healthcare to illegal immigrants and spend $1.5 trillion we don’t have.

They forced our troops, border patrol agents, and Air Traffic Controllers to work without pay and hurt our farmers during harvest season to push their out-of-touch agenda.

I voted to end the Democrat shutdown and reopen the government to pay our troops, feed needy families, fully staff our FSA offices, and restore order to our nation’s airports.

This political stunt by the Democrats caused unnecessary harm to Iowa families, farmers, seniors, and small businesses — and I’m glad it’s finally over.

MEETING WITH IOWA VETERANS AT HY-VEE'S 26TH ANNUAL VETERANS DAY BREAKFAST IN FORT DODGE

It was great to start Veterans Day at Hy-Vee’s 26th Annual Veterans Day Breakfast in Fort Dodge.

Our nation is stronger and more secure because of the sacrifice of hundreds of thousands of Iowans who selflessly answered the call to serve.

I am so grateful for our Iowa veterans and appreciate their selfless service to our country.

SPEAKING AT THE IOWA VETERANS HOME IN MARSHALLTOWN

Later that morning, I had the honor of speaking at the Iowa Veterans Home Veterans Day program in Marshalltown.

The Iowa Veterans Home with Commandant of the Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs Todd Jacobus at the helm is the gold standard for veteran care.

As a proud Iowan and proud American, I will always support our veterans because they are American heroes who have kept our nation the greatest on Earth.

RECEIVING A DOCUMENT CERTIFYING MY FLIGHT ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE

I appreciated receiving a document certifying that I flew aboard Air Force One with President Trump earlier this year.

It was an honor to fly to Iowa on Air Force One and talk about President Trump’s historic achievements for our country.

Iowa supports the America First agenda!

ONE LAST THING: CONGRATULATIONS TO GEORGE-LITTLE ROCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL!

I want to congratulate George-Little Rock Elementary School on being named an Iowa Blue Ribbon School!

This is a testament to the students, teachers, and faculty who make George-Little Rock Elementary such a great school.

You can read the full story below!

MY WEEKLY COLUMN: VOTING TO END THE DEMOCRAT SHUTDOWN AND REOPEN THE GOVERNMENT

This week, I voted to pay our troops, feed needy families, fully staff our FSA offices, and restore order to our nation’s airports while passing fiscally responsible appropriations bills to strengthen our military, protect our veterans, and support Iowa agriculture.

As an elected official, I will always focus on my work for Iowa and ensure that I represent our families, farmers, veterans, seniors, and small businesses with dignity and professionalism.

Working with President Trump and my congressional colleagues, I will continue to advocate for Iowa and deliver for our state in any way that I can.

Read more in my weekly column below.

CLOSING POLL FOR THE DAY

LAST WEEK'S POLL RESULTS: Do you support year-round access to E-15 nationwide?

Yes - 75%

No - 15%

Unsure/Indifferent - 10%

If you have more thoughts on this week's question, feel free to leave your comments on my official website HERE.

We are government together, and I am here to serve you. Your thoughts, concerns, and comments are very important to me. Always feel free to call (202) 225-4426 or visit my website at feenstra.house.gov.

Sincerely,

Rep. Randy Feenstra

Member of Congress