Obama Endorses Turek for Iowa Senate | Des Moines News

Des Moines News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 29, 2026 · 1m

Barack Obama just dropped a major endorsement for Josh Turek in Iowa’s Senate race — a Republican stronghold where Democrats are hoping to flip the seat. In a playful basketball video, Obama and Turek — a four-time Paralympian and state rep — played “I-O-W-A” and Obama admitted he got whooped. Turek’s running against Trump-backed Ashley Hinson, and Obama’s message was clear: “Now the ball’s in your court, Iowa. Let’s send Josh Turek to the Senate.” With midterms still ahead, expect more of Obama’s campaign energy — he’s already rallied Texas candidate James Talarico and even met Caitlin…