Waterloo Times

Ashley Hinson, representing Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District since 2021, shared a series of tweets on April 11, 2025, reflecting her recent activities and viewpoints. Hinson has served in the U.S. Congress following her tenure in the Iowa House of Representatives, where she worked from 2017 to 2021.

On April 11, Hinson noted her encounter with Kevin O'Leary, known as "Mr. Wonderful" from the television show Shark Tank. She described the event as a highlight, stating "The hearing room is no shark tank, but it was still a blast seeing Mr. Wonderful this week! @kevinolearytv".

Later that day, Hinson expressed support for Stephanie Turner and the GOP Women’s Caucus. She emphasized her pride in having a president committed to protecting the integrity of girls' sports, writing, "I’m proud to stand by Stephanie Turner & the @GOPWomensCaucus—and to have a president who protects the integrity of girls’ sports!"

In another remark, Hinson criticized the Chinese Communist Party's practices regarding American intellectual property. She highlighted an ongoing issue of concern, stating "The CCP steals American innovation—ripping off our products without investing a dime in research and development. This isn’t just wrong; it is routine. And we’ve let it go on for far too long." She further inquired O'Leary about potential solutions to prevent China from undermining U.S. manufacturing.

Ashley Hinson, born in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1983, currently resides in Marion. She graduated from the University of Southern California in 2004 with a BA.