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Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, M.D., currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Iowa’s 1st district, shared updates on her recent activities and initiatives via social media on May 15, 2025.

In a post made at 19:26 UTC, Rep. Miller-Meeks addressed concerns from Iowa veterans regarding the absence of official portraits of President Trump and Vice President Vance at the Iowa City VA. She stated, "Iowa veterans have been asking why there are no official portraits of President Trump and Vice President Vance at the Iowa City VA. I brought this to @SecVetAffairs, and now we have answers."

Later that day, at 20:51 UTC, she announced two legislative victories for law enforcement officers in Iowa. She mentioned that these measures had passed the House with her support. One bill allows officers to retain their service weapons, which is expected to save money and enhance safety. The other bill aims to track violence against police officers to improve protection and mental health support. She expressed her satisfaction by stating, "Two big wins for Iowa’s law enforcement officers just passed the House—and I proudly supported both."

At 22:02 UTC, Rep. Miller-Meeks shared her experience attending the Construction on the Mall event in Washington D.C., where she engaged with representatives from notable Iowa manufacturers such as Vermeer and John Deere. Her remarks emphasized the importance of these companies in powering American industry and creating jobs. She stated, "Great joining Iowa manufacturers for the Construction on the Mall event in D.C.! From Vermeer to John Deere, our homegrown companies are powering American industry..."

Mariannette Miller-Meeks has served in Congress since 2021 after replacing Dave Loebsack and previously held a position in the Iowa Senate from 2019 to 2021.