Natalie Krebs
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Iowa Public Radio
U.S. Senate candidates Republican Ashley Hinson and Democrat Josh Turek held events in Des Moines to address rising concerns over affordability and increasing gas prices. Hinson called for an "immediate" end to the conflict in Iran.
Natalie Krebs
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Iowa Public Radio
Natalie Krebs
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Iowa Public Radio
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Sen. Joni Ernst and other members of Iowa’s all-Republican congressional delegation blamed Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown. They also thanked U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for her agency's arrest of former Des Moines Superintendent Ian Roberts. -
State Rep. Shannon Lundgren is running for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District. The Republican said she is running on an America First agenda and is touting her early support of President Donald Trump. Lundgren is the fourth Republican to announce a bid for the seat so far. -
State Sen. Charlie McClintock, R-Alburnett, is running for the U.S. House in Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District. He said he's campaigning on an "America First" agenda and reiterated his support for President Donald Trump and the Republican platform.
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Political scientists discuss recent headlines, including U.S. Rep. Hinson's run for Senate, another potential government shutdown and more. -
Republican U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson is running to represent Iowa in the U.S. Senate. Hinson made her announcement shortly after Sen. Joni Ernst confirmed she will not run for reelection in 2026.
