"\"Ashley Hinson is a U.S. Representative serving the state of Iowa. She was born on June 27, 1983, in Iowa. Before entering politics, Hinson was a news anchor and reporter, working for KCRG-TV9 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. Elected to represent Iowa's 1st congressional district, she assumed office on January 3, 2021. Hinson is a member of the Republican Party, and she has been involved in several legislative efforts related to healthcare, infrastructure, and rural broadband access.\""