Hello,

Right now, Ukrainians are bravely defending their country with Iowa-made weapons. Russian armored columns are getting stopped in their tracks with American Javelin missiles – crucial parts of which are made right here in Iowa.

But if it were up to Donald Trump, Ukraine would be on its own against his pal Putin – still waiting for American military aid until President Zelensky agreed to open a sham investigation into Joe Biden.

And my opponent Chuck Grassley was one of 52 Republican senators who chose blind loyalty to Trump over helping Ukraine defend itself against Russia.

When I defeat Chuck Grassely this November, I will be the most senior military person ever-elected to the Senate. I understand the real threat Russia poses and the importance of NATO, and I’ll ensure Iowa continues to help Ukraine against Putin’s war-crime invasion.

If our campaign is successful in turning Iowa blue, Democrats are guaranteed to hold onto our majority in the Senate. But the polls are showing a very close race, and McConnell’s Super PACs are about to spend millions against me.

We need to raise $20,000 before midnight tonight, and right now we’re still falling short. The only way we’ll defeat Chuck Grassley and protect our Senate majority is if grassroots donors like you give right now:

I wouldn’t ask if it weren’t important. Please, will you give $5 or more right now – no amount is too small – to help me defeat Chuck Grassley, turn Iowa blue, and protect our Democratic majority in the Senate?

This campaign is not going to be easy, but it is critical we win. Democracy both here at home and abroad is at stake.

Thank you for your support,

Mike Franken, VADM, U.S. Navy (ret.)