I am heartbroken to hear the news of the passing of Maj. Jeffrey O'Brien, another brave soldier from Iowa. Our country is indebted to him and his service. I pray for his family and loved ones this evening, and for the safety of all our soldiers in harms way.

My heart is heavy with the gutting news that Sgt. Declan Coady was killed. I offer my deepest condolences to his family & loved ones. No parent should know the pain of losing a child. Sgt. Coady & his fellow service members who lost their lives in this conflict are in my prayers.

It couldn’t be a better time for the Iowa Assocation of Machinists to gather for their state convention than today - with Whirlpool in Amana announcing layoffs, we need our labor brothers and sisters now more than ever to have the power to organize and protect their livelihood

I’m honored to have the support of the Iowa Teamsters. Iowans are working harder than ever to get ahead, but higher prices and stagnant wages are leaving hard working families behind. In congress, I’ll stand up to special interests and fight for better pay and lower costs

The 2026 elections continue to prove to be such a critical moment - that’s why I’m excited to share I have been named a Majority Maker by @emilyslist.bsky.social in their Mission Majority! This November is our opportunity to put accountability and integrity back in DC!

It’s another Mason City Monday! I’m excited to head back out to Mason City for a Meet & Greet with State Representative Josh Turek at 5pm this Monday, February 16th! 2026 is a critical year, so come learn how you can join the our team to flip this seat blue!

My team and I had the opportunity to tour the IBEW apprenticeship and training facility! Unions have continued to help maintain and grow our work force in Iowa - helping the next generation of Iowans build their lives here. Thank you to Kent McNally who showed us around!

Friday was filled with another fantastic conversation with our union brother and sisters in Cedar Rapids. Thank you to IBEW 405 and the Hawkeye Area Labor Council for helping ensure leaders from across our unions were able to share their stories and concern.

Every day, the challenges of working families in our state face are being ignored— I’ve fought to protect mobile home residents against the large out of state corporations and private equity firms that are price gouging Iowans out of their homes.

Democrats are ready to organize for this November’s election after last night’s caucuses - and so am I. My experience as a chaplain and state representative means I can take action Day 1 to bring accountability and integrity to DC and put a check on the current administration

Saturdays are for the community

Walking out of our second labor roundtable! This week we were in Waterloo! Thank you to IBEW Local 288, APWU, Black Hawk Labor Union Council, Hawkeye Area Labor Council, CWA 7108, & ARA, UAW 838, NALC 512, and our retired firefighter friend for the great discussion!

It was an early morning for our team! Excited to be spending the day in Cedar Rapids & Mason City!

I am horrified by the news of another fatal shooting in Minneapolis

It may be freezing, but the cold temperatures don’t stop our union brothers and sisters. Thank you to UAW Local 94, Carpenters Local 678 & 2060 for sitting down with me today and discussing the realities hard working Iowans are facing.

Black Hawk County Chili Cook Off! Couldn’t think of a better way to spend a Thursday evening than with a great folks enjoying some amazing chili!

We cannot address a problem that we can’t see. Our water monitoring system needs funding. This moment demands leadership and solutions. That’s why we rolled out our Iowa Healthy Water Act.

Today should’ve been a celebration of how far women’s rights have come in our history. On what would have been the 53rd anniversary of the landmark Roe V Wade Supreme Court decision -

This MLK Remembrance Day, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s interpretation of the parable of the Good Samaritan is deeply resonant.

Weathering the cold because Iowans are worth it!

No better way to spend an evening than with one of my locals! We owe a debt of gratitude to our hard working brothers and sisters who have built our country and been the strong and steady force behind workers rights and protections.

Day 1 is in the books! It’s an incredible honor to work on your behalf at the capitol. I would like to introduce you to my clerk, Ava Mohr. Ava first joined our team years ago as a campaign intern from Wahlert HS. Now at Drake, she joins me as my Clerk. Please welcome Ava!

Reflections on today

2025 — What a year! Thank you to everyone who visited me at the capitol, and to all who joined me on our campaign for Congress! Something undeniable is happening in IA-02, can’t wait to carry this momentum into the new year! Happy New Year friends - 2026 is for courage and hope!

The holidays don’t feel complete without my family’s fudge, and I want to share it with you! But first, our biggest fundraising deadline is coming up, so you can help us hit our goal AND get my secret family recipe by supporting our campaign here: james4ia.org/fudge

Full speed ahead! 22-County Tour continues! #22for26 #IA02

It’s a good day to be an @emilyslist.bsky.social endorsed candidate!

It’s a good day to be an @emilyslist.bsky.social endorsed candidate!

Things need to change - all across the district I’m hearing the frustration about the role big money plays in politics. That’s why I’m proud to join @endcitizensunited and stand in support of much needed campaign finance reform.

I have visited 8 out of the 22 counties already, and have 6 stops this weekend! I’m ready to meet folks in Hardin, Grundy, Butler, and Bremer tomorrow and Fayette and Delaware on Sunday! Find the stop near you with the link in bio!

I’m proud to stand along side these friends who have devoted their lives to Iowans and grateful they’re joining me on this journey!

I’m so grateful to receive the endorsement of State Rep. Sharon Steckman & Floyd Co Attorney Todd Prichard. I’m proud to stand along side these friends who have devoted their lives to Iowans and grateful they’re joining me on Saturday!

To our veterans and military families— THANK YOU for your sacrifice and service. Your commitment to defending our country and upholding our constitution does not go unnoticed. It is an honor to know you and represent you.

This morning we kicked off our 22 County Tour Grinnell, Iowa – I couldn’t be more excited to get out all across the district and listen to YOU! This tour and this race is about all of us coming together to build the life we, our kids, and our grandkids deserve!

Theres nothing scarier than not being able to put food on the table. Republicans in Congress are playing tricks on hard working Iowans as we head into Day 31 of a the Federal Government shutdown. We cannot turn our backs on the nearly 260,000 Iowans who will lose food assistance tomorrow.

Today is another beautiful day to participate in democracy and cast your vote! It’s early voting season for our city and school board elections. Vote early in the Dubuque elections office (880 central) open 8am-4:30pm M-F weekend hours on the website.

These past months I’ve been so grateful for the overwhelming support I’ve received - thank you to everyone who joined the team to flip this seat. Together, I can know we will win!

I’m devastated to hear of the passing of my dear colleague and friend, State Senator Claire Celsi. Often times I’ve leaned on her never-ending encouragement when there were tough battles in the legislature. I send my love, sympathy, and prayers to Senator Celsi’s family.

These are the conversations happening about my race. This financial deadline happening TONIGHT! We are just hours away from the end of quarter & we are $3,500 short of our goal - can you chip in $5, $10 or even $15 dollars to help ensure that my first report shows I can flip this seat?

This past month has been a flood of love & support! But I need to ask for your help once again: my first finance deadline is less than 48 hours away! This is my one chance to prove from the get-go that we can flip this seat! Can you pitch in $5,$10, or $25 today to help us do that? Link in bio!

The economic instability imposed by the Trump administration is having a devastating effect on Iowans, and it continued today with the announcement that Deere will layoff 101 workers in Waterloo. These layoffs will have ripple effects throughout our state

Supervisor Scheetz brings a deeply thoughtful approach to policy making, along with an unwavering commitment to all working families. Having his support on this campaign means the world to me. Thank you, Sami!

Retired Congressman Dave Lobesack is an Iowa hero. Even in his retirement he is working everyday to uplift his neighbors and our state. I’m grateful for his support, his leadership, and his belief in me! Thank you, Dave!

It is a gift to have Abby’s endorsement and support in this race. Continuing on in her legacy of fighting for working families is an incredible honor. Thank you, Abby!

Big news: @CookPolitical has officially shifted the rating for our race! 📊 With the incumbent stepping aside, this open seat represents a real opportunity for new leadership in our district. Momentum is on our side — now let’s keep working to flip this seat and deliver for Iowa

Today, I remember and grieve my friend Deora, who lost her life on United 93. As I offer my thoughts and prayers to those touched by recent violence, I also offer my ongoing commitment to do all in my power to bring peace to our communities.

Political violence is a vicious circle that destroys us all, and has no place in our country. Hearing the news of Charlie Kirk’s passing is heartbreaking. Sending prayer for the Kirk family and for our country as we grieve under yet another devastating act of violence.

Flipping this district takes a village. That’s why I’m so grateful for everyone who jumped on board to support me in flipping it. This group has already done so much for every day Iowans and I’m honored they joined me in continuing that work across the district.

I decided to run for Congress not to oppose anyone but to be an advocate for Iowans. As the GOP searches for a candidate, our campaign’s growing. Too many Iowans face impossible choices to build the lives they want, and I am dedicated to being their voice. I hope you’ll join us!