Zach Lahn won the Iowa Republican gubernatorial primary, defeating incumbent Rep. Randy Feenstra. This result represents President Trump's first significant primary loss in the 2026 midterm election cycle.
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Zach Lahn wins Iowa Republican gubernatorial primary against Randy Feenstra
Zach Lahn has emerged victorious in the Iowa Republican gubernatorial primary, defeating Rep. Randy Feenstra. This marks a notable primary loss for President Trump in the ongoing 2026 midterm elections.
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Iowa hands Trump first major statewide primary loss of 2026 in governor race
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Zach Lahn wins Iowa Republican gubernatorial primary against Randy Feenstra