Sen. Ernst’s ‘we’re all going to die’ remark stokes political fire

HEAVILY 0% 100%   Monday, June 2, 2025, 7:21 pm

In a town hall session gone awry, Sen. Joni Ernst’s offhand “we all are going to die” comment has not only been defended by her as a mark of compassion, but also sparked a political challenger’s announcement, stirring both irony and outrage among constituents.

go.com / Democrat announces run against Ernst after her 'We're all going to die' comments

cbsnews.com / Sen. Ernst defends "we all are going to die" comments: "I'm very compassionate"

alternet.org / 'Up your game': Columnist says GOP senator broke 'one of the top rules of damage control'

huffpost.com / Ex-Obama Adviser Knocks Joni Ernst's Town Hall Fumble In 1 Blunt Takedown


permalink / 4 stories from sources in 2 days ago #2024election #senate




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