In the Iowa primary elections held on June 2, 2026, Democratic state Representative Josh Turek secured the nomination to run against Republican U.S. Representative Ashley Hinson for the Senate seat. In the gubernatorial race, Democrat state Auditor Rob Sand and Republican businessman Zach Lahn will advance to the general election in November.
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Iowa Primary Elections Result in Nominees for Senate and Governor
The Iowa primary elections resulted in Democratic state Rep. Josh Turek and Republican U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson being nominated for the Senate race. For the governor's race, Democrat Rob Sand and Republican Zach Lahn will compete in the general election.
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Iowa Primary Elections Result in Nominees for Senate and Governor