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U.S. Senate race in Iowa focuses on affordability, tax policy

Both nominees say they will ease housing costs and cut middle-class taxes as the open race draws national attention and could decide Senate control.

  • The Iowa U.S. Senate race is a "toss up," as Republican nominee Ashley Hinson and Democratic nominee Josh Turek prioritize affordability and taxation ahead of the November 3 election.
  • Following Sen. Joni Ernst's retirement, U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson secured the Republican nomination, while Democratic nominee Josh Turek, a two-time Paralympic gold medalist, emphasizes union support and bipartisan economic policies.
  • Fundraising totals show Hinson leading with more than $7.9 million in contributions, while Turek has raised more than $6.2 million; both advocate for banning Wall Street firms from purchasing single-family homes.
  • Debate over taxation remains central, as Hinson touts the Working Families Tax Cuts Act while Turek supports the PRO Act to expand collective bargaining; Republicans claim Turek wants a 90 percent tax rate.
  • Control of the U.S. Senate depends on the November 3 election, where Republicans currently hold a 53-45 majority; the Democratic party would need to flip four seats to take control.
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U.S. Senate race in Iowa focuses on affordability, tax policy

(The Center Square) - In Iowa, the candidates vying for an open U.S. Senate seat said affordability and taxation are key to their campaigns, but they have both similarities and differences in their planned approaches.

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