Joni Ernst

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Out on my #99CountyTour, I met w/folks in Clarke Co. to hear about the critical role our community health centers p… https://t.co/K3bRo8ErV3 — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

The #RFS – signed into law 15 years ago – is key to growing the biofuel industry, advancing innovation, & providing consumers with cleaner, cheaper choices at the pump. On this anniversary, Iowans know that I will never stop fighting to uphold the RFS & defend their way of life. https://t.co/U6F175Hkol — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

I hear from Iowans nearly every single day about their struggle to afford prescription medication. That's why I'm working w/@ChuckGrassley to drive down Rx drug prices, reduce out-of-pocket expenses & save taxpayer money. https://t.co/ThzCKqHy5h — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

.@EPA needs to modernize its outdated greenhouse gas modeling system to recognize the environmental advantages of ethanol and biodiesel over conventional fuels. I’m teaming up w/@SenJohnThune, @ChuckGrassley, & @SenatorRounds to make that happen. https://t.co/WM1YNaMLli — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

One of my most humbling experiences as a Senator has been presenting the Purple Heart to families of Iowa’s war heroes. On this #PurpleHeartDay, may we pause to honor the brave men and women who have been wounded in battle or gave their life in defense of our nation. https://t.co/BVL8XZ3QwY — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

#COVID19 has shown the importance of reducing our dependence on foreign entities, particularly those located in Communist China. I’m working on a number of proposals to secure our supply chain, and I’m glad to see @POTUS take action to do so as well. https://t.co/mEpc2xVAUS — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

🚨 Senate just passed a bill I support to ban @tiktok_us on government devices. This is just one more way to hold the Chinese Communist Party accountable for trying to illegally collect & store information about Americans. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

#ICYMI: Senate Democrats blocked Sarah’s Law—my commonsense bill that would put an end to tragedies like what happened to Iowan, Sarah Root, on January 31, 2016. https://t.co/Vh8EyIoeCk — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Sarah’s Law is about justice – for families, like the Roots, who saw the death of their daughter at the hands of an illegal immigrant. Today, I called on my Senate colleagues to pass my bill that would hold criminals like Sarah's killer accountable for their actions. https://t.co/u5n7N7tXK2 — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Iowans should be able to access information about the costs associated with their health care in advance, so that they can make the best decisions for themselves and their families. I'm working to make that happen. https://t.co/P3oLQESMnz — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

I intend to fulfill that promise to Sarah’s loving parents – Michelle Root and Scott Root – the promise that I will do everything I can to ensure that not one more parent has to go through what the Roots have faced…the loss of both their daughter and the promise of justice. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

This bill isn’t about the southern border or the wall or visa numbers or the larger immigration debate at all…this bill is about changing the system for the better and ensuring that families have the promise of justice. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Despite provisions of Sarah’s Law being put in place by executive order, it is critical that the Senate codify these enforcement priorities, so that they cannot be removed by future administrations. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Here’s a bit of good news: President Trump implemented parts of Sarah’s Law through an executive order in 2017, including directing the Secretary of Homeland Security to prioritize the removal of violent criminals. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Sarah’s Law is about as commonsense a reform as there is. It recognizes the simple fact that all criminals should be held accountable for their actions, and not simply allowed to slip back into the shadows. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Sarah’s Law is simple: it requires that ICE take custody of a person who is in the country illegally if they are charged w/ a crime that seriously injures another person. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Today, I rise to call upon my Senate colleagues to end this senseless madness. To do something and stop another tragedy like this from happening with a simple and clean fix. I am asking the Senate to join 26 of their colleagues and pass my bill, Sarah’s Law. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Sadly, what happened to Sarah is not an isolated incident. We have seen this story play out time and time again in the more than four years since Sarah’s killing. Innocent lives taken by criminals that entered the U.S. illegally through a porous border—but nothing ever changes. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Mejia posted bond, was released, and disappeared. Still, more than 4 years later, he remains a fugitive – denying Sarah’s loved ones any sense of justice or closure. As a mother, I cannot fathom the grief that her family and friends continue to feel after such a devastating loss. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Despite repeated requests by local law enforcement, Immigration and Customs Enforcement failed to detain Mejia because of a nonsensical policy that allows ICE to use discretion when determining whether to detain a criminal alien charged with a violent offense. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

In Iowa, we’ve learned this in a very tragic way. On January 31st, 2016 – the same day as her college graduation – Sarah Root was killed by an illegal immigrant named Edwin Mejia. He was drag racing with a blood alcohol level more than three times the legal limit. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Democrat or Republican, Conservative or Liberal…we know our immigration system is broken…that’s an easy statement to make, but nothing ever changes and we need to start getting things done. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

SOON ➡️ I will speak on the floor to request that the Senate call up & pass my commonsense immigration reform bill – Sarah’s Law – that requires fed law enforcement to detain illegal immigrants who've killed or seriously injured another person. https://t.co/yoosX64CMe — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

It was great to speak with folks from @iowahospital on a call to discuss how we can continue to provide support to our rural hospitals. I’m fighting to ensure Iowa’s health care providers have the support they need during #COVID19 and beyond. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Essential workers haven’t taken a break. They’ve been keeping our country running—not just during this global pandemic, but every single day. I’ve heard it time and again…stories of Iowans helping Iowans. WATCH: https://t.co/nWonIpkO6h — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

Peaceful protesting has turned violent in cities like Portland, leading to vandalism & the destruction of property. As a member of @senjudiciary & with my bill, I’m continuing my work to ensure American taxpayers aren’t funding anarchist jurisdictions. https://t.co/H53SFg2fc1 — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

#ICYMI @dtnpf: Sens. Grassley, Ernst ask @ENERGY nominee for transparency on biofuels waivers https://t.co/Akv4IC0pO3 — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

RT @GrassleyPress: NEW op-ed from @ChuckGrassley and @SenJoniErnst → “We’re not backing down from this fight. We’ll use every tool at our d… — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

The @IowaNatGuard has been essential to fighting #COVID19—running test sites, delivering PPE, and ensuring food security. They must have our continued support + hazard pay now and through the end of the year. — PolitiTweet.org

Joni Ernst @SenJoniErnst

It's not an "either or." We need agriculture aid, including biofuels, and a temporary plus-up of SNAP benefits to help Iowa families weather this pandemic. — PolitiTweet.org