2026 United States House of Representatives elections in Iowa
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The 2026 United States House of Representatives elections in Iowa will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the four U.S. representatives from the State of Iowa, one from each of the state's congressional districts. The elections will coincide with other elections to the House of Representatives, elections to the United States Senate, and various state and local elections.
District 1
[edit]This district is based in the southeastern part of the state and includes the cities of Davenport and Iowa City. The incumbent is Republican Mariannette Miller-Meeks, who was re-elected with 50.0% of the vote in 2024.[1]
Republican primary
[edit]Declared
[edit]- Mariannette Miller-Meeks, incumbent U.S. representative[2]
- David Pautsch, ministry founder and candidate for this district in 2024[3]
Endorsements
[edit]Mariannette Miller-Meeks
- Organizations
Fundraising
[edit]| Campaign finance reports as of March 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R) | $1,018,369 | $286,449 | $1,045,071 |
| David Pautsch (R) | $8,170 | $0 | $13,868 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[5] | |||
Democratic primary
[edit]Declared
[edit]- Christina Bohannan, former state representative from the 85th district (2021–2023) and nominee for this district in 2022 and 2024[6]
- Bob Krause, former state representative from the 7th district (1973–1978) and perennial candidate[7]
- Travis Terrell, healthcare worker[8]
Endorsements
[edit]Christina Bohannan
- Organizations
General election
[edit]Predictions
[edit]| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[10] | Tossup | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[11] | Tossup | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[12] | Tossup | April 10, 2025 |
Polling
[edit]Mariannette Miller-Meeks vs. Christina Bohannan
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[a] |
Margin of error |
Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R) |
Christina Bohannan (D) |
Other | Undecided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Policy Polling (D)[13][A] | June 18–19, 2025 | 555 (V) | – | 39% | 43% | – | 18% |
District 2
[edit]The 2nd district is based in northeastern Iowa and contains the cities of Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, and Dubuque. The incumbent is Republican Ashley Hinson, who was re-elected with 57.1% of the vote in 2024.[1]
Republican primary
[edit]Potential
[edit]- Ashley Hinson, incumbent U.S. representative
Endorsements
[edit]Ashley Hinson
- Organizations
Fundraising
[edit]| Campaign finance reports as of March 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Ashley Hinson (R) | $637,135 | $337,927 | $2,227,284 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[14] | |||
Democratic primary
[edit]Declared
[edit]- Kevin Techau, former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Iowa (2014–2017)[15]
Declined
[edit]- Lindsay James, state representative from the 71st district (2019–present)[16]
General election
[edit]Predictions
[edit]| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[10] | Solid R | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[11] | Likely R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[12] | Likely R | April 10, 2025 |
District 3
[edit]The 3rd district is based in southwestern Iowa and includes the city of Des Moines. The incumbent is Republican Zach Nunn, who was re-elected with 51.8% of the vote in 2024.[1]
Republican primary
[edit]Declared
[edit]Endorsements
[edit]Zach Nunn
Executive Branch officials
- Donald Trump, 45th and 47th president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)[18]
U.S. representatives
- Jim Jordan, OH-04 (2007–present)[19]
Fundraising
[edit]| Campaign finance reports as of March 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Zach Nunn (R) | $751,491 | $116,511 | $687,813 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[20] | |||
Democratic primary
[edit]Declared
[edit]- Sarah Trone Garriott, state senator from the 14th district (2021–present)[21]
- Jennifer Konfrst, minority leader of the Iowa House of Representatives (2021–2025) from the 32nd district (2019–present)[22]
Declined
[edit]- Austin Baeth, state representative from the 31st district (2023–present)[23]
Endorsements
[edit]Sarah Trone Garriott
Jennifer Konfrst
U.S. senators
- Cory Booker, U.S. senator from New Jersey (2013–present)[18]
State legislators
- Claire Celsi, state senator from the 16th district (2019–present)[24]
- Molly Donahue, state senator from the 37th district (2023–present)[24]
- Pam Jochum, former minority leader of the Iowa Senate (2023–2025) from the 36th district (2009–2025)[24]
- 19 state representatives[24]
General election
[edit]Predictions
[edit]| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[10] | Lean R | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[11] | Lean R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[12] | Tossup | April 10, 2025 |
District 4
[edit]The 4th district is based in northwestern Iowa and includes the cities of Ames and Sioux City. The incumbent is Republican Randy Feenstra, who was re-elected with 67.0% of the vote in 2024.[1]
On May 12, 2025, Feenstra filed to run for governor of Iowa in 2026. He is expected to announce sometime this week that he will not seek re-election.[26]
Republican primary
[edit]Formed exploratory committee
[edit]- Lynn Evans, state senator from the 3rd district (2023–present)[27]
Potential
[edit]- Steve King, former U.S. representative (2003–2021)[28]
- Bret Richards, former mayor of Irwin and candidate for this district in 2020[28]
- Kevin Virgil, data analytics professional and candidate for this district in 2024[28]
- Matt Windschitl, majority leader of the Iowa House of Representatives (2020–present) from the 17th district (2007–present)[28]
Declined
[edit]- Randy Feenstra, incumbent U.S. representative (running for governor)[26]
- Steven Holt, state representative from the 12th district (2015–present)[29]
Democratic primary
[edit]Withdrawn
[edit]- Ryan Melton, Nationwide insurance supervisor and nominee for this district in 2022 and 2024[30]
General election
[edit]Predictions
[edit]| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[10] | Solid R | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[11] | Solid R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[12] | Safe R | April 10, 2025 |
Notes
[edit]- ^ Key:
A – all adults
RV – registered voters
LV – likely voters
V – unclear
Partisan clients
- ^ Poll sponsored by House Majority PAC, which is focused on electing Democrats to the U.S. House of Representatives
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d "2024 House Vote Tracker". Cook Political Report. Retrieved December 2, 2024.
- ^ Wilde, Wendy; Snover, JD; Burnett, Claire (June 2, 2025). "Iowa Congresswoman Says She Will Run for Re-Election in 2026". WHO (AM). Retrieved June 2, 2025.
- ^ Belin, Laura (February 7, 2025). "Interview: David Pautsch previews next primary race against Miller-Meeks". Bleeding Heartland. Retrieved February 8, 2025.
- ^ a b "Maggie's List Announces First Round of U.S. House Endorsements". maggieslist.org. Retrieved June 13, 2025.
- ^ "2026 Election United States House - Iowa 1st". fec.gov. Federal Election Commission. Retrieved April 15, 2025.
- ^ Barton, Tom (June 17, 2025). "Iowa Dem Christina Bohannan announces 3rd challenge of Miller-Meeks". The Gazette. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "Burlington democrat announces run for Iowa's 1st Congressional District". KCRG-TV. May 27, 2025. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ Martin, Sabine (April 22, 2025). "Why this Johnson County Democrat says he's challenging US Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks". The Des Moines Register. Retrieved April 24, 2025.
- ^ "EMILYs List Endorses Christina Bohannan for Election to Iowa's 1st Congressional District". emilyslist.org/. Retrieved June 19, 2025.
- ^ a b c d "2026 CPR House Race Ratings". Cook Political Report. Retrieved February 6, 2025.
- ^ a b c d "2026 House Ratings". Inside Elections.
- ^ a b c d "2026 House". Sabato's Crystal Ball. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ Howard, Andrew (June 23, 2025). "Recruiting candidates in an age of political violence". POLITICO. Retrieved June 23, 2025.
- ^ "2026 Election United States House - Iowa 2nd". fec.gov. Federal Election Commission. Retrieved April 15, 2025.
- ^ Pfannenstiel, Brianne (April 17, 2025). "Ex-US Attorney, Democrat Kevin Techau announces campaign against US Rep. Ashley Hinson". The Des Moines Register. Retrieved April 17, 2025.
- ^ Murphy, Erin (April 8, 2025). "National Democrats believe 3 Iowa Congressional elections 'in play'". The Gazette. Retrieved April 10, 2025.
- ^ Price, Dave (May 21, 2025). "Who's in? Who's out? Who's still thinking?". Dakota News Now. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ a b "Trump backs Iowa Congressman in 2026, Sen. Cory Booker endorses Dem running in same race". KGAN. May 9, 2025. Retrieved May 9, 2025.
- ^ Pfannenstiel, Brianne (May 30, 2025). "US Rep. Jim Jordan calls the left 'crazy,' 'mean' while rallying for Iowa's Rep. Zach Nunn". The Des Moines Register. Retrieved May 30, 2025.
- ^ "2026 Election United States House - Iowa 3rd". fec.gov. Federal Election Commission. Retrieved April 15, 2025.
- ^ "Iowa State Sen. Sarah Trone Garriott launches bid for 3rd Congressional District seat". KTVO. May 5, 2025. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ Luu, Isabella (May 8, 2025). "Democrat Jennifer Konfrst announces run for Rep. Nunn's seat in Iowa's 3rd District". Iowa Public Radio. Retrieved May 8, 2025.
- ^ Rooker, Amanda (May 8, 2025). "Iowa Democrat Austin Baeth rules out run for Congress". KCCI. Retrieved May 8, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e Belin, Laura (May 11, 2025). "First look at the Sarah Trone Garriott/Jennifer Konfrst primary in IA-03". Bleeding Heartland. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
- ^ "Vote Mama PAC | Candidates". Vote Mama PAC. Retrieved June 13, 2025.
- ^ a b Price, Dave (May 12, 2025). "Congressman Randy Feenstra files to run for Iowa Governor". KCRG-TV. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
- ^ Mendiola, José. "State Sen. Lynn Evans launches exploratory committee as he considers run for Congress". The Des Moines Register. Retrieved May 17, 2025.
- ^ a b c d "IA-Gov, IA-4: Rep. Randy Feenstra (R) Will Run for Governor". RRH Elections. May 12, 2025. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
- ^ "Iowa politicians hint at running for office in 2026". KGAN. May 16, 2025. Retrieved May 17, 2025.
- ^ Payne, Marissa (June 17, 2025). "Democrat Ryan Melton suspends campaign for Iowa's 4th Congressional District. Here's why:". The Des Moines Register. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
External links
[edit]- Official campaign websites for 1st district candidates
- Official campaign websites for 2nd district candidates
- Official campaign websites for 3rd district candidates
- Official campaign websites for 4th district candidates