Campaigns & Elections

Iowa and New Hampshire had argued that possibly losing their positions going first and second could hurt Democrats in the states' top races, especially since the Republican Party has already said Iowa will continue to lead off its 2024 primaries.

But overall, a small share of those who became eligible with Gov. Kim Reynolds’ executive order voted

Recap of news from across the state

Jim Leach says he’s looking for ‘decency’ in candidates

Also, recent polling shows a statistical tie in Iowa’s attorney general campaign

Republicans are focusing their campaigning on inflation, high gas prices and social issues in schools. Many Democrats in the suburbs are focusing attention on Iowa issues, namely abortion rights in the state and support for public schools.

Reynolds appears in strong position to win re-election as governor; challenger Deidre DeJear is traveling the state in hopes of making up ground

Democratic gubernatorial challenger Deidre DeJear said lagging poll numbers are a “barometer,” but don’t capture how Iowans feel about the state’s direction under Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds.

The 1st, 2nd and 3rd Districts are all tied or separated by just 1 point in new polling released this week

Democratic Attorney General Miller has a competitive fundraising race, while Democratic Auditor Rob Sand is dominating his

Also, a Michigan state legislator and rising star will appear at the Iowa Democratic Wing Ding next month

Democratic candidate Mike Franken outraised Chuck Grassley over the past six weeks, but Grassley holds a commanding edge at the period’s close