Chief Political Reporter, KCCI 8 News Close Up Anchor
Amanda Rooker is the Chief Political Reporter at KCCI 8 News Close Up Anchor. She covers a diverse range of topics including elections, government, politics, and public policy, with a focus on regional interest and world news, as well as health and wellness. Amanda's work has been featured in several outlets including NEWS 7 KWWL, KETV, and WKBT News 8 Now.
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Amanda Rooker's reporting primarily revolves around local government and politics in Iowa, particularly focused on Republican candidates such as Donald Trump, Nikki Haley, and Ron DeSantis. Her coverage heavily features event announcements and legal policy regulations related to these political events.
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By: Amanda Rooker
Gas prices and the Iran war are taking center stage in a key Iowa Senate race.
By: Amanda Rooker
Editorial Standards ⓘ WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Monday announced a new steel plant in Iowa that he says will be the largest in United States' history.
President Donald Trump on Monday announced a new steel plant in southeast Iowa that he says will be the largest in the United States.
Rob Sand wants to lead Iowa. His hometown helps explain how he would do it
What Zach Lahn's Sioux City roots reveal about his run for Iowa governor SIOUX CITY, Iowa —
By: Amanda Rooker
Iowa lawmakers are considering changes to a state economic development program Friday as they work to clear the way for a proposed $15 billion steel mill in southeast Iowa.
By: Amanda Rooker
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed legislation that would allow the state to offer a larger package of tax incentives for a proposed $15 billion steel mill in southe
Rob Sand and Zach Lahn clash over taxes, residency and their records in first televised debate
KCCI reviewed past election results and interviewed strategists from both parties to identify the places that could matter most on Election Day. Both pointed to three parts of the district: Polk County, neighboring Dallas County and the collective 19 other counties where Republicans have built sizable leads.
By: Amanda Rooker
What areas to watch in Iowa's 1st District, one of the country's most competitive US House races
