Updated
Updated · The Atlantic · May 8
Iowa Democrats campaign for Senate seat and governor amid Republican frustration
Updated
Updated · The Atlantic · May 8

Iowa Democrats campaign for Senate seat and governor amid Republican frustration

13 articles · Updated · The Atlantic · May 8
  • Senate hopefuls Josh Turek and Zach Wahls are vying to replace retiring Republican Joni Ernst, while state auditor Rob Sand leads potential Republican rivals by 8 to 12 points.
  • Democrats see openings as Trump’s approval weakens in Iowa, Kim Reynolds remains deeply unpopular and Republicans face criticism over costs, abortion restrictions, school vouchers and the economy.
  • The party still trails Republicans by 200,000 active registered voters, but hopes to compete for the governorship, a Senate seat and at least two House districts in November.
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