Iowa governor News

Brandstad Denies Knowing Workers’ Comp Commissioner’s Sexual Orientation

Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad and top aides have denied discriminating against a gay former state official, saying they weren’t aware of his sexual orientation when the governor asked him to resign and cut his pay. Branstad, Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds …

Key Witness in Iowa Governor Speeding Case Was a Former Sheriff’s Deputy

A key witness in the Iowa Department of Public Safety’s investigation of a speeding incident involving Gov. Terry Branstad is a sheriff’s deputy once fired by the department, he confirmed Monday. Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputy Rod Hicok told The Associated …

Iowa Officials Review Scheduling After Speeding Incident

Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds says the Iowa Department of Public Safety is reviewing the governor’s scheduling in the wake of a speeding incident. Reynolds says Monday that she and Gov. Terry Branstad want to obey state speed limits. Reynolds says …

Iowa Seeks Disaster Declaration for 5 Counties

Gov. Terry Branstad is requesting a presidential disaster declaration for five northwest Iowa counties due to damage caused by severe weather. Branstad announced Friday he had signed a letter that will be delivered to President Barack Obama, requesting the designation …