Senator Joni Ernst criticizes bureaucratic inefficiency costing taxpayers billions during the government shutdown.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) addressed the costs of the ongoing government shutdown in a speech, highlighting the $4.8 billion expenditure on "non-essential" bureaucrats. She criticized those receiving payments despite not working during the closure, contrasting their situation with that of essential workers who continue to serve without pay.
Ernst suggested that many positions, such as government mascots and employees allegedly not performing their duties, should be eliminated. She emphasized the importance of redirecting taxpayer funds to support critical roles rather than associated with "do-nothing" jobs.
She noted the negative impact of the shutdown on services, including air traffic control and access to health care, calling for governmental accountability and reform to prevent wasteful spending and enhance operational efficiency.
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Joni Ernst Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Joni Ernst is worth $818.3K, as of October 17th, 2025. This is the 350th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Ernst has approximately $121.3K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Joni Ernst Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Joni Ernst:
- S.3005: A bill to require Executive agencies to submit reports to Congress and to the Office of Personnel Management regarding employees who are furloughed during any period during which there is a lapse in appropriations, and for other purposes.
- S.2953: A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to provide for dual pay and dual employment accountability.
- S.2794: DECLINE Act
- S.2764: STUDENT Act
- S.2650: DOCTORS Act
- S.2610: Streamlining Rural Broadband Act of 2025
You can track bills proposed by Joni Ernst on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Ernst.
Joni Ernst Fundraising
Joni Ernst recently disclosed $213.7K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 298th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 71.0% came from individual donors.
Ernst disclosed $308.3K of spending. This was the 123rd most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Ernst disclosed $3.5M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 57th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
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