Race details
Iowa U.S. Senate Democratic Primary
June 2ndIowafinal
Candidates
Josh Turek (D)
State representative and two-time Paralympic gold medalist; campaigns on affordability, rural outreach, and disability representation.
120,256 votes · 62.67%
Zach Wahls (D)
State senator and former Iowa Senate Democratic leader; labor-aligned progressive emphasizing climate, education, and LGBTQ equality.
71,633 votes · 37.33%
Why this race matters
Open seat with Republican Senator Joni Ernst retiring. State representative and Paralympic gold medalist Josh Turek beat former Iowa Senate Democratic leader Zach Wahls to win the nomination, with J.D. Scholten's earlier exit and endorsement consolidating the field. Turek faces Trump-endorsed Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson in November. Vote totals are AP's count via NPR (100% of precincts).