Rep. Ashley Hinson (R) and state Rep. Josh Turek (D) participated in their second and final debate for the open Iowa Senate seat on Tuesday. The candidates previously clashed in their first debate last week. This election is considered competitive for the seat currently held by outgoing Sen. Joni Ernst (R). Election forecasters have indicated that the race is a toss-up.
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Hinson and Turek Debate for Iowa Senate Seat
Rep. Ashley Hinson and state Rep. Josh Turek faced off in their second and final debate for the Iowa Senate seat on October 14, 2026. The race is viewed as competitive, with election forecasters labeling it a toss-up for the seat currently held by outgoing Sen. Joni Ernst.
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