Isabel Soisson is a multimedia journalist who has worked at WPMT FOX43 TV in Harrisburg, along with serving various roles at CNBC, NBC News, Philadelphia Magazine, and Philadelphia Style Magazine.
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Biden celebrates abortion rights wins in elections, calls for restoration of Roe
These wins indicate that reproductive rights remain a potent issue for voters heading into the 2024 presidential election.
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Biden invests $5 billion to support rural communities, including in Iowa
Golden Grain Energy LLC will use a $2.2 million grant to create infrastructure to expand the sales and use of renewable fuels by installing an above ground ethanol storage tank and a loading rack at the company’s location in Mason City.
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As Iowa housing costs soar, Biden wants to turn empty offices into housing
In Sept. 2020, the median home sale price in Iowa was $188,500. As of Sept. 2023, that figure had risen to $229,600, a 21% increase, according to Redfin. Renters are also paying more in Iowa. They paid an average of $947.54 between January and March 2020. Now, they’re paying $1,085.55, a $138.01 increase.
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Every Iowa House Republican voted for an anti-abortion extremist for Speaker
Before being elected to Congress, Mike Johnson tried to shut down an abortion clinic in Louisiana. After Roe v. Wade was overturned, Johnson called it a “historic and joyful” day and later expressed support for nationwide abortion ban. Now, he’s the new Speaker of the House.
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Pharmacies expand access to abortion pills under new Biden policy
A group of independent pharmacies in states across the country have begun dispensing the abortion pill mifepristone–an action made possible thanks to new rules implemented by the Biden administration earlier this year. The news, which was first reported by Politico, comes after President Joe Biden in January issued new rules allowing retail pharmacies to dispense…
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Trump’s rhetoric grows more violent as he builds 2024 primary lead
Donald Trump continues to run away with the 2024 Republican presidential primary and appears to have a coin flip’s chance at winning the presidency again next November. That makes his increasingly violent rhetoric and reckless behavior all the more significant, revealing what a second Trump term might look like. Here are five recent examples of…
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Biden moves to ban all junk fees and hidden charges for Iowans
If you’ve ever tried to stay at one of Iowa’s many historic hotels, such as the Des Lux, only to have exorbitant “convenience fees” or “service fees” tacked on at checkout, we’ve got some good news for you. The Biden administration on Wednesday proposed a new rule that would prohibit companies across the private sector…
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Iowans get financial relief as Biden cancels more student debt
The Biden administration on Wednesday announced it was providing student debt relief to 125,000 Americans, including individuals who’ve worked in public service or nonprofit positions, those who’ve been making payments for decades, and those with permanent disabilities. This round of debt relief totals $9 billion and will eliminate the debt of 53,000 who’ve participated in…
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Iowa seniors to see lower drug costs as Medicare price negotiations advance
The Biden administration announced Tuesday that all 10 drug companies whose medicines were selected for Medicare price negotiations in August have agreed to participate in negotiations. Now, these drugmakers will negotiate directly with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to lower the cost of 10 commonly-used drugs, thanks to a provision in Biden’s…
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Biden Announces First-Ever Office of Gun Violence Prevention
The Biden administration on Friday announced the creation of the first-ever White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention to help address the systemic issue of gun violence in America. The new office will be overseen by Vice President Kamala Harris and aims to coordinate efforts across federal agencies to advance and implement gun safety measures.…
