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Iowa Dem Josh Turek takes down lefty foe, teeing up showdown against Ashley Hinson for Senate

Jun 3, 2026Right

Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek took down lefty foe Zach Wahls and claimed the Democratic nod to take on Rep. Ashley Hinson for Senate in what is expected to be a competitive race.

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