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Iowa soybean farmers lost China as a buyer. Cattle was their backup plan.
Trump administration officials say new trade deals and aid could ease the strain, but many farmers are struggling to stay afloat.
Soybean farmers say cattle income now at risk
After several years of losing money on cattle, Burleen and Pete Wobeter thought this would finally be the year things turned around. Their Iowa farm also grows corn and soybeans -- crops that have been hit hard by the trade war with China -- but cattle had been a bright spot so far in 2025. As Lana Zak reports, their backup plan was threatened when President Trump announced plans to increase beef imports from Argentina.
U.S. farmers on Trump's Argentinian beef plan
President Trump's push to import beef from Argentina, in an effort to lower costs, has created a growing beef in the heartland. Lana Zak reports.
Extended interview: Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand
The Trump administration is working on doubling the United States' financial aid to Argentina to approximately $40 billion. That's angering some Iowa farmers as China buys soybeans from the South American country instead of the U.S. due to the president's trade war. Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand, also a Democratic gubernatorial candidate, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Iowa state auditor on soybean farmers, more
Iowa farmers are sounding the alarm over the Trump administration's $20 billion bailout for Argentina. Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand, who is also running for governor as a Democrat, joins "The Takeout" to weigh in.
Soybean farmer discusses China, Trump and more
American farmers are facing financial strain as China halts purchases of U.S. soybeans. Iowa soybean farmer April Hemmes joins CBS News to discuss.
New information about arrested superintendent
New details are coming to light about a former Des Moines school superintendent arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. According to documents obtained by the Associated Press, Ian Roberts falsely claimed a doctoral degree when applying for the job. CBS News correspondent Lana Zak reports.
Iowa Democrat Josh Turek hopes to flip Senate
Iowa will have an open Senate seat in the 2026 midterms after Republican Sen. Joni Ernst announced she would not run for reelection. Josh Turek, a Democratic Iowa state representative running for the Senate, joins to discuss his bid to flip the Hawkeye State.
Iowa teen dies after being mistaken for squirrel during hunting trip
A 17-year-old hunter died in rural Iowa after he "was mistaken for a squirrel by a member of his hunting party," state officials said.
Des Moines school superintendent placed on leave after ICE detention
Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts was taken into ICE custody after immigration authorities said he was in the country illegally.
Public schools superintendent detained by ICE
The superintendent of the Des Moines Public Schools has been detained by federal immigration officials in Iowa, the school district has confirmed. CBS News national correspondent Lana Zak reports.
James Patterson offers new writers up to $50,000 to finish their books
The bestselling novelist and true crime writer launched a "Go Finish Your Book" initiative to support emerging authors.
Could Joni Ernst's retirement help Democrats?
Sources tell CBS News that Republican Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa will not seek reelection in 2026. Political strategists Meghan Hays and Matt Gorman join "The Takeout" with analysis.
Reporter's Notebook: Pastime of crashing trains
For 40 years, crashing trains ranked among America's favorite pastimes. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Ex-gymnastics coach arrested on child porn charge
Last week, the FBI arrested former gymnastics coach Sean Gardner on a charge related to child pornography. But according to the FBI's criminal complaint, at least two young gymnasts previously reported Gardner for sexual and physical abuse. Lana Zak reports.
Iowa National Guard to help ICE operations
Iowa Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds this week directed the state's National Guard to assist with Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations beginning in September. CBS News Iowa station KCCI's chief political reporter Amanda Rooker joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
FindJodi
More than two decades after an Iowa TV anchor disappeared, "48 Hours" reveals new information into the investigation. Correspondent Jim Axelrod investigates.
Flooding subsides in parts of Midwest after storms cut power, killed at least 1
Flash flooding hit several Midwestern states over the weekend, submerging cars in Milwaukee and killing at least one person in eastern Nebraska, officials said.
The Arizona Democrat already looking at 2028
As Arizona Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego tries to reach working class voters in a way he says the Democrats were unable to in 2024, he looks forward to 2028.
Gallego visits Iowa fair amid 2028 speculation
Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego of Arizona visited the Iowa State Fair this week as Democrats look to fill a leadership void ahead of the 2028 presidential election. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe spoke with Gallego about why he's visiting the Hawkeye State.
Sen. Ruben Gallego raising 2028 speculation
Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego is set to meet with voters at the Iowa State Fair on Friday. His trip comes after a visit to Pennsylvania in May and weeks ahead of a planned trip to New Hampshire. These are all key stops for presidential campaigns. CBS News executive director of White House and politics Fin Gómez reports.
Farmers recovering 1 year after Midwest floods
Historic flooding hit parts of the Midwest in the summer of 2024. One year later, farmers are looking to recover. CBS Minnesota's Jonah Kaplan reports.
Americans react to passage of Trump's budget bill
The House passed the signature piece of legislation of President Trump's second term, approving a massive bill that includes trillions of dollars in tax and spending cuts while ramping up funding for defense and implementing the administration's immigration agenda. Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke to Iowa residents ahead of the president's rally in Des Moines. Nikole Killion has a look at the impact on the clean energy industry.
Iowans react to Trump budget bill
President Trump is scheduled to speak in Des Moines, Iowa, on Thursday evening, where he is expected to tout the passage of his budget bill. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke to voters there about the legislation.
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