Iowa Rep. Mike Sexton Resigns for USDA Role in Trump Administration

Iowa State Representative Mike Sexton, a Republican from Rockwell City, has resigned from the Iowa House to accept an appointment by President Donald Trump as the Iowa state director for USDA Rural Development, a role supporting rural communities. Sexton, who has served since 2014 and chaired the House Agriculture Committee since 2022, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve his constituents and work on meaningful legislation. Iowa House Speaker Pat Grassley praised Sexton's leadership and advocacy for agriculture and rural areas. Sexton's resignation is effective immediately, and Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds will schedule a special election to fill the vacant District 7 seat. Sexton's appointment reflects continued collaboration between Iowa's agricultural leadership and the Trump administration. The specific duties of Sexton's new role involve providing financial resources and support to rural communities under the U.S. Department of Agriculture.