Trump officials court Iowa farmers with fuel and agricultural policies

Trump administration officials including EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and Vice President J.D. Vance are campaigning in Iowa ahead of the midterms, touting fuel and agricultural plans to farmers.

First covered Oct 26, 2026 · 2:05 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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16d Inside Climate News Ahead of Midterms, Republicans Court Iowa Farmers With Fuel Plans — Intense rainfall delayed Iowa’s harvest by nearly three weeks this year, but the comines are finally out in full force.

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