Josh Turek wins Democratic primary in battleground Iowa Senate race
Josh Turek has won the Democratic primary for Iowa's open U.S. Senate seat, defeating state Sen. Zach Wahls. Turek, a state representative and Paralympic gold medalist, will face Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson in the general election. The race is significant as it could impact the balance of power in the Senate, especially following the retirement of Republican Sen. Joni Ernst.
- ▪Josh Turek won the Democratic nomination for Iowa's open U.S. Senate seat.
- ▪He defeated state Sen. Zach Wahls and will compete against Rep. Ashley Hinson in the general election.
- ▪The Senate Leadership Fund plans to invest $29 million in the race, highlighting its importance for partisan control.
6 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 11 hours. Coverage spans 4 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 2 centre, 1 lean right, 1 right.
- ▪ Iowa Senate race shifts toward Democrats after Turek win: Cook Political Report — The Hill
- ▪ Josh Turek Wins Democratic Primary in Iowa Senate Race — Real Clear Politics
- ▪ Josh Turek wins Iowa Democratic Senate primary — Washington Examiner
- ▪ Josh Turek wins Iowa Democratic Senate primary that could shape Democrats' path to Senate majority — US Top News and Analysis
- ▪ Josh Turek, a Paralympian, Wins the Democratic Senate Primary in Iowa — NYT — Politics
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BREAKING NEWSJun. 3, 2026, 1:29 AM UTC2026 Election2026 ElectionJosh Turek wins Democratic primary in battleground Iowa Senate raceTurek, a state representative and Paralympic gold medalist, beat state Sen. Zach Wahls, NBC News projects, as Democrats try to compete for retiring U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst’s seat this fall.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Democratic Senate candidate Josh Turek during a campaign event in Westside, Iowa on May 29.Scott Olson / Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleBy Henry J. GomezIowa state Rep. Josh Turek has won the Democratic nomination for his state’s open U.S.
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