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 previously held by Senator Joni Ernst. In the gubernatorial race, Democratic 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 on June 2, 2026, resulted in Democratic state Representative Josh Turek and Republican U.S. Representative Ashley Hinson being nominated for the Senate race. Additionally, Democratic state Auditor Rob Sand and Republican businessman Zach Lahn will compete in the gubernatorial election in November.
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