Joni Ernst faces MAGA onslaught for not backing Pete Hegseth
Dec 6, 2024 · Ernst, a former Army National Guard member and a retired lieutenant colonel who has made combating sexual harassment in the military a focus of her time on Capitol Hill,...
Joni Ernst vote for Pete Hegseth shows Trump's strong MAGA hand
Jan 16, 2025 · When U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst announced this week she will vote to confirm Pete Hegseth as the nation’s next secretary of defense, it underlined President-elect Donald Trump’s immense sway over...
‘Pete or else!’: Ernst takes MAGA heat over Trump’s Hegseth …
Dec 5, 2024 · MAGA activists threaten to primary US Sen. Joni Ernst over her hesitation in backing controversial Trump pick Pete Hegseth. And they’re looking at the Iowa roots of a certain Arizona politician to make it happen.
Why Joni Ernst Is Caving on Hegseth Confirmation - New York Magazine
Dec 10, 2024 · Joni Ernst’s reversal on Pete Hegseth shows the GOP Senate won’t check Trump. At first the Iowa senator seemed skeptical, but after a few threats from MAGA-land, she’s become more positive on...
Joni Ernst hammered by colleague on MSNBC over flip-flopping …
Ernst initially indicated she wasn't supportive of Hegseth and immediately faced a barrage of attacks from the MAGA world. Billionaire Elon Musk also threatened Republicans that if they didn't ...
Ernst, Under MAGA Pressure, Signals Backing for Hegseth’s …
Dec 9, 2024 · Senator Joni Ernst, Republican of Iowa, signaled on Monday that she would not oppose Pete Hegseth’s bid for defense secretary, hinting at a turnabout after days of hectoring and threats by...
Pressure on Iowa senator shows consequences for Republicans …
Dec 12, 2024 · Sen. Joni Ernst is facing an aggressive pressure campaign from President-elect Donald Trump’s allies, complete with threats of primary challengers.
Ernst holds the pivotal vote in Hegseth’s hill fight - POLITICO
Dec 5, 2024 · Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), the first female combat veteran elected to the Senate and a vocal advocate for survivors of military sexual trauma, is now at the center of Hegseth’s troubled path to...
Joni Ernst faces pressure to confirm Pete Hegseth | AP News
Dec 12, 2024 · Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst is an Iraq War veteran and sexual assault survivor who has advocated for years to improve how the military handles claims of sexual misconduct.
MAGA monster comes for Joni Ernst - The Gazette
Dec 12, 2024 · It’s remarkable how fast you can go from guest to entree at the big MAGA buffet. Iowa U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst certainly knows. Last week, she committed the grave offense of being a voice of reason....