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Democrats will debate in Iowa US Senate primary shaped by outside money and big-name endorsements

Iowa State Sen. Zach Wahls and Rep. Josh Turek are competing for the Democratic Senate nomination, a race increasingly shaped by outside political organizations.
While Wahls and Turek have raised and spent similar amounts personally, financial intervention from outside groups has altered the contest's final stretch as voters prepare for the primary.
Endorsements from former Senate figures and several sitting senators have bolstered Turek, positioning him as the establishment choice in the competitive primary.
During their first debate last week, both candidates aligned on raising the minimum wage and restoring healthcare access, though they drew contrasts on immigration. Turek asked voters, "What are you going to do for Iowa?"
Facing a challenging path in the general election, the nominee must navigate a state that has become increasingly difficult for the Democratic party to regain ground.

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Democrats debate in Iowa US Senate primary shaped by outside money and big-name endorsements

Two Democrats competing to become Iowa's next senator are making their pitch to voters in the final debate. State lawmakers Zach Wahls and Josh Turek are running to flip the seat held by Republican Joni Ernst, who's not seeking reelection.…

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Democrats will debate in Iowa U.S. Senate primary shaped by outside money, big-name endorsements

Two Democrats competing to become Iowa's next senator are set to debate. State lawmakers Zach Wahls and Josh Turek will face off Thursday night. Both say they can flip the seat held by Republican Joni Ernst, who's not seeking reelection.

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