Iowa Senate Race Tightens Dramatically | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Iowa’s 2026 Senate race is heating up as a tight, unpredictable battle unfolds, with Democrat Josh Turek edging out Republican Ashley Hinson in a Fox News poll — though the margin is within error. Turek’s surge is fueled by higher voter enthusiasm, especially among Democrats, women, younger voters, and urban residents, while Hinson’s base remains loyal but less certain, anchored in MAGA Republicans, older men, and veterans. A key shift? Iowans now view Trump unfavorably by 13 points — a major swing that could open the door for Democrats after nearly two decades. Meanwhile, the governor’s race…