How Zach Lahn Pulled Off Iowa's Biggest Republican Primary Upset
Trump’s endorsement streak ends as businessman-farmer Zach Lahn defeats U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra in the Republican race for governor.
- On Tuesday, U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra lost the Republican gubernatorial primary to political newcomer Zach Lahn, ending his bid to replace retiring Governor Kim Reynolds.
- Voters expressed frustration over the war with Iran and high agricultural costs, while Feenstra reportedly skipped debates and public forums, limiting direct voter contact.
- Political consultant Jimmy Centers noted President Donald Trump's endorsement came "awfully late," potentially costing Feenstra support, while Lahn's grassroots effort successfully mobilized voters.
- Until Tuesday, President Trump maintained a near-perfect endorsement record, but the Cook Political Report now calls Iowa "the center of the political universe," moving it to lean Republican.
- Josh Turek won the Democratic Senate primary and will face Representative Ashley Hinson, as analyst Harry Enten warned Iowa is "quickly turning into a potential field of nightmares.
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