Waterloo Times

Ashley Hinson, a U.S. Congress representative from Iowa's 2nd district, shared several updates through her social media posts. Hinson, who took office in 2021 after replacing Abby Finkenauer and has served in the Iowa House of Representatives from 2017 to 2021, voices her opinions on various pressing matters.

On April 2, 2025, Hinson addressed the issue of foreign interference on U.S. soil through a tweet, stating her firm stance that any involvement in setting up police stations by the "CCP official" should lead to prosecution and sanctions. Her stance was clear as she emphasized, "My message is clear: we should find, prosecute, and sanction any CCP official involved in standing up police stations on U.S. soil."

In another post dated April 3, 2025, Hinson expressed her thoughts regarding financial inefficiencies in government operations. Citing President's executive order aiming to curb improper payments, she noted her legislative efforts to make these preventive measures permanent. She commented, "Every year our govt wastes hundreds of billions in tax dollars through improper payments without swamp bureaucrats blinking an eye. @POTUS’s EO to prevent improper payments is a great step to end this abuse, & my bill will make this effort permanent!"

Furthermore, on April 4, 2025, Hinson highlighted an upcoming event involving the U.S. Navy. She shared news regarding the commissioning of the USS Iowa, recognizing its symbolic value and the dedication of the crew. Her statement on social media read, "Tomorrow, the U.S. Navy’s state-of-the-art submarine, the USS Iowa, will be commissioned into the seas... I recently spoke on the House Floor to thank the crew for their service & the role Iowa has played in symbolizing American strength & resilience for generations to come!"