Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ announcement that she will not seek another term in office creates an open seat for the 2026 election. It’s been nearly two decades since Iowa had a gubernatorial election without an incumbent. Here’s who is — and isn’t — running for the office.
Articles Tagged: Julie Stauch
Campaigns & Elections Aug. 26, 2025 7:45 am62d ago
Democratic gubernatorial candidates Rob Sand and Julie Stauch both say they would propose significant changes to the state program that provides taxpayer-funded scholarships for K-12 private school tuition.
Erin Murphy, Maya Marchel Hoff, Gazette-Lee Des Moines Bureau
Campaigns & Elections Aug. 17, 2025 3:52 pm71d ago
Candidates for governor, U.S. Senate and more are participating in the state’s time-honored tradition of greeting Iowans at the State Fair.
On Iowa Politics Aug. 25, 2025 4:53 pm63d ago
This week on the podcast, the Iowa DOGE Task Force pitches fewer counties. Plus, two more candidates announce they’re running for governor.

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