Politics Day

Less than a year away from the midterm primaries, new contenders announce their campaigns for governor and Joni Ernst's Senate seat.

Iowa political scientists examine local and global politics, including Sen. Joni Ernst's town hall comments coming under fire and the latest 2026 election contenders.

Planned Parenthood recently announced the closure of four clinics in Iowa, pointing to funding cuts that could be worsened after a reconciliation that would defund the organization passed the House.

The lone statewide-elected Democratic official has thrown his hat in the ring for the race for governor in 2026.

An Iowa state senator launches a campaign to unseat Rep. Zach Nunn. Iowa lieutenant governor eyes the only Statewide seat held by a Democrat.

A handful of GOP hopefuls are reportedly considering a run for Governor, and Democrats are jumping into Congressional races.

Political scientists discuss the latest headlines, including another heated town hall held by Sen. Chuck Grassley and Gov. Kim Reynolds' decision not to seek reelection in 2026.

President Donald Trump's tariffs caused havoc in the stock market, and he later announced a pause on all tariffs, except those against China. Iowa political experts weigh in.

Iowa political analysts discuss the latest news, including a possible challenge to Sen. Joni Ernst's seat, the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture's visit to Iowa and the rollout of Trump's tariffs.

Over 100 people crammed into a Franklin County courtroom for a town hall hosted by Sen. Chuck Grassley last week to voice their concerns about cuts to the federal government.