BENSON BYTE: Senator Joni Ernst - Optimism "Really Declining" That Government Shutdown Will End Soon

Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), the first female combat veteran elected to the U.S. Senate and author of Daughter of the Heartland: My Ode to the Country that Raised Me, joined The Guy Benson Show today to reflect on the second anniversary of the October 7th massacre in Israel, when Hamas terrorists slaughtered hundreds of innocent festivalgoers and took countless others hostage. Ernst underscored the importance of standing firmly with Israel and ensuring such evil is never forgotten. Sen. Ernst also weighed in on the ongoing government shutdown, blasting Democrats for refusing to vote on a simple, clean continuing resolution. Guy and Sen. Ernst also reacted to the shocking story of an illegal immigrant being hired as the superintendent of the Des Moines School District. Finally, Sen. Ernst discussed her reasoning for not seeking re-election to the Senate and  her confidence in Rep. Ashley Hinson as a strong potential successor for Iowa's seat. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices