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Lahn's win in GOP primary for Iowa governor is a setback for Trump that could signal MAHA strength

Lahn's win in GOP primary for Iowa governor is a setback for Trump that could signal MAHA strength

Businessman Zach Lahn's win in Iowa’s Republican gubernatorial primary over President Donald Trump's pick is a rare electoral setback for Trump

MAHA candidate beats Trump's choice in Republican primary for Iowa governor

MAHA candidate beats Trump's choice in Republican primary for Iowa governor

Businessman Zach Lahn's win in Iowa’s Republican gubernatorial primary over President Donald Trump's pick is a rare electoral setback for Trump

President Trump's Influence Diminishes After Iowa Primary Defeat

President Trump's Influence Diminishes After Iowa Primary Defeat

In a surprising turn of events, a candidate endorsed by President Trump suffered a defeat in the Iowa Republican primary. Representative Randy Feenstra, who had Trump's 'complete and total' support, lost to Zach Lahn, a businessman and farmer backed by the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. This marks the first loss for a Trump-endorsed candidate in the 2026 midterm election cycle. Lahn's victory is attributed to his 'Iowa First' agenda, which focuses on regenerative agriculture and opposition to big agribusiness, resonating with voters concerned about local issues.

President Trump-Backed Candidate Randy Feenstra Loses Iowa Governor Race

President Trump-Backed Candidate Randy Feenstra Loses Iowa Governor Race

In a surprising turn of events, President Trump-backed candidate Rep. Randy Feenstra conceded to businessman Zach Lahn in the Iowa GOP primary for governor. This marks a rare defeat for President Trump's endorsement streak in the primaries. Lahn, who has gained support from the Make America Healthy Again movement, will face Democratic state auditor Rob Sand in the general election.

'Prairie populist' Turek wins Democratic nomination for US Senate in Iowa

'Prairie populist' Turek wins Democratic nomination for US Senate in Iowa

By David Morgan WASHINGTON, June 2 (Reuters) - Iowa State Representative Josh Turek, who describes himself as a "common-sense prairie populist," won the Democratic nomination for the U.S.

Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries as Democrats try to make Iowa inroads and defend California

Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries as Democrats try to make Iowa inroads and defend California

The contours of one of this year’s premier U.S. Senate races are taking shape in Iowa

Trump's primary endorsement winning streak just ended in Iowa

Trump's primary endorsement winning streak just ended in Iowa

By Richard Cowan WASHINGTON, June 3 (Reuters) - Until Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump was riding a near-perfect record of endorsements, with wins in Indiana, Louisiana and Texas. But that ended with the defeat of U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra in the Republican primary for Iowa governor.

Takeaways from primaries featuring Spencer Pratt, a missing congressman and a rare Trump setback

Takeaways from primaries featuring Spencer Pratt, a missing congressman and a rare Trump setback

The Senate race in Iowa is one of the most closely watched this year and the general election matchup is now set, with Democrats hoping for a gain

The Latest: Polls open for races across the US as a busy primary election day gets underway

The Latest: Polls open for races across the US as a busy primary election day gets underway

For a state that’s home to Hollywood, there isn’t much star power in California’s gubernatorial race

Iowa Democrats to settle a tense Senate primary as the party looks to flip GOP seats this fall

Iowa Democrats to settle a tense Senate primary as the party looks to flip GOP seats this fall

Iowa Democrats will settle one of the party’s last competitive Senate primaries in the nation

What to watch in Tuesday's primaries as Democrats try to defend California and make inroads in Iowa

What to watch in Tuesday's primaries as Democrats try to defend California and make inroads in Iowa

California's governor race is lacking star power this year

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Iowa's state primary

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Iowa's state primary

The retirements of Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds and U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa have had ripple effects throughout Tuesday’s state primary, creating competitive nomination contests to replace them and a chain reaction of open seats down the ballot