Trump has been back in the White House for a year now, and his standing — more than anything else — will define the mood and the direction of the midterm campaign. Ebersole scores his performance at a 3 out of 5.

Democratic candidate for governor Rob Sand raised about $9.5 million last year, leading the gubernatorial fundraising field.

Although Nate Willems lags Brenna Bird, he has significantly outpaced the fundraising rate set by previous Democratic Attorney General Tom Miller.

The Republican Attorneys General Association donated $1 million to Bird's re-election campaign on New Year's Eve.

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This year’s midterm elections could draw heightened attention to Iowa because several high-profile seats are open, including the governor’s office, a U.S. Senate seat and multiple congressional races.

Each Iowa legislative district that had a special election in 2025 swung at least 10 points toward Democrats. Will that continue in 2026's midterms?

Iowa Democrats make case to go early again in 2028 presidential nominating process

Friday marks the final day potential candidates can file paperwork to run in a special election for a seat on the West Des Moines City Council. The city is holding a special election to fill Democrat Renee Hardman’s vacant At-Large seat.

Iowa State Representative Tom Gerhold announced he will seek re-election for another term in the Iowa House of Representatives in House District 84.