Gov. Terry Branstad

Former Gov. Terry Branstad speaks to reporters at a fundraiser in November 2016 in Altoona, Iowa. (Photo by Kathie Obradovich/Iowa Capital Dispatch) The Iowa Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday as to just how much power the state’s governor wields, and whether race or sexual orientation can be considered in choosing which state officials are allowed to keep their jobs. The … [Read more...] about Iowa Supreme Court examines the powers of the governor in considering Godfrey case