NW Iowa News

Rep. Randy Feenstra, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Iowa's 4th district, has shared his views on various national issues through a series of tweets. The posts highlight his concerns about fiscal responsibility, national security, and educational policy.

On December 6, 2024, Rep. Feenstra addressed the issue of national debt by stating that "Our national debt poses a significant threat to our economy." He emphasized the need for Congress to act responsibly to ensure future generations are not burdened by escalating debt levels.

Later that day, he focused on the importance of military infrastructure in Iowa by expressing support for projects at the 185th Air Refueling Wing. In his tweet from December 6, he stated "The 185th Air Refueling Wing is critical to Iowa and our national security." He is advocating for these projects to be included in the Future Years Defense Program.

In another tweet posted on December 6, Feenstra voiced concerns over youth perceptions of communism. He noted that "Nearly 1/3 of America’s youth hold a favorable opinion of communism and nearly 20% believe that communism is better than capitalism." As a response, he voted for the Crucial Communism Teaching Act aimed at countering this trend in schools.