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US Republican Senator Joni Ernst will not run for re-election, CBS News reports

Senator Joni Ernst announced she will not run for re-election in 2026, leading to an open Senate race in Iowa.
Ernst has been a strong advocate for Israel and U.S. military support.
Representative Ashley Hinson is expected to run for Ernst's seat, with several Democrats also entering the race.
The upcoming race is seen as significant, with potential implications for both parties in the politically shifting landscape of Iowa.

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