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Politics · October 8, 2026

5 Takeaways From the First Iowa Senate Debate

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In a televised debate for Iowa's open U.S. Senate seat, Republican Representative Ashley Hinson and Democratic State Representative Josh Turek sparred over the influence and policies of Donald Trump. The debate touched on key issues including the economy, immigration, Social Security, and foreign policy, while maintaining an unusually civil tone despite sharp disagreements. Recent polling suggests the race is a dead heat as the candidates seek to succeed retiring Senator Joni Ernst.

In a televised debate for Iowa's open U.S. Senate seat, Republican Representative Ashley Hinson and Democratic State Representative Josh Turek sparred over the influence and policies of Donald Trump. The debate touched on key issues including the economy, immigration, Social Security, and foreign policy, while maintaining an unusually civil tone despite sharp disagreements. Recent polling suggests the race is a dead heat as the candidates seek to succeed retiring Senator Joni Ernst.