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
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
Declared
- Mariannette Miller-Meeks, incumbent U.S. representative[2]
- David Pautsch, ministry founder and candidate for this district in 2024[3]
Filed paperwork
- Grant Hill[4]
Endorsements
Mariannette Miller-Meeks
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of June 30, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R) | $2,328,693 | $586,028 | $2,051,260 |
| David Pautsch (R) | $17,420 | $10,172 | $12,946 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[6] | |||
Democratic primary
Declared
- Christina Bohannan, former state representative from the 85th district (2021–2023) and nominee for this district in 2022 and 2024[7]
- Bob Krause, former state representative from the 7th district (1973–1978) and perennial candidate[8]
- Travis Terrell, healthcare worker[9]
- Taylor Wettach, attorney[10]
Endorsements
Christina Bohannan
- Organizations
Travis Terrell
- Individuals
- Heather Digby Parton, political blogger[14]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of June 30, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Christina Bohannan (D) | $813,506 | $101,136 | $819,588 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[6] | |||
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[15] | Tossup | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[16] | Tossup | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[17] | Tossup | April 10, 2025 |
Polling
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)[18][A] | June 18–19, 2025 | 555 (V) | – | 39% | 43% | – | 18% |
District 2
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
Potential
- Ashley Hinson, incumbent U.S. representative
Endorsements
Ashley Hinson
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of June 30, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Ashley Hinson (R) | $1,490,892 | $593,635 | $2,825,332 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[19] | |||
Democratic primary
Declared
- Kathy Dolter, former dean of nursing at Kirkwood Community College[20]
- Lindsay James, state representative from the 71st district (2019–present)[21]
- Clint Twedt-Ball, pastor[22]
Withdrawn
- Kevin Techau, former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Iowa (2014–2017)[23]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[15] | Solid R | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[16] | Likely R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[17] | Likely R | April 10, 2025 |
District 3
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
Declared
Endorsements
Zach Nunn
Executive Branch officials
- Donald Trump, 45th and 47th president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)[25]
U.S. representatives
- Jim Jordan, OH-04 (2007–present)[26]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of June 30, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Zach Nunn (R) | $1,554,843 | $308,079 | $1,299,598 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[27] | |||
Democratic primary
Declared
- Xavier Carrigan, voice actor and candidate for Ohio's 5th congressional district in 2020[28]
- Sarah Trone Garriott, state senator from the 14th district (2021–present)[29]
- Jennifer Konfrst, minority leader of the Iowa House of Representatives (2021–2025) from the 32nd district (2019–present)[30]
Filed paperwork
- Lanon Baccam, former deputy chief of staff to the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and nominee for this district in 2024[31]
- Tracy Limon[32]
Declined
- Austin Baeth, state representative from the 31st district (2023–present)[33]
Endorsements
Sarah Trone Garriott
Jennifer Konfrst
U.S. senators
- Cory Booker, U.S. senator from New Jersey (2013–present)[25]
State legislators
- Claire Celsi, state senator from the 16th district (2019–present)[34]
- Molly Donahue, state senator from the 37th district (2023–present)[34]
- Pam Jochum, former minority leader of the Iowa Senate (2023–2025) from the 36th district (2009–2025)[34]
- 19 state representatives[34]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of June 30, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Sarah Trone Garriott (D) | $520,800 | $144,092 | $376,708 |
| Jennifer Konfrst (D) | $251,046 | $80,968 | $170,078 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[27] | |||
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[15] | Lean R | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[16] | Lean R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[17] | Tossup | April 10, 2025 |
District 4
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.[36]
Republican primary
Declared
- Kyle Larsen, farmer[37]
- Chris McGowan, president of the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce[38]
- Ryan Rhodes, former senior strategist for the Ben Carson 2016 presidential campaign and former CEO of Parler[39]
- Matt Windschitl, majority leader of the Iowa House of Representatives (2020–present) from the 17th district (2007–present)[40]
Declined
- Lynn Evans, state senator from the 3rd district (2023–present) (running for re-election)[41]
- Randy Feenstra, incumbent U.S. representative (running for governor)[36]
- Steven Holt, state representative from the 12th district (2015–present)[42]
- Zach Nunn, U.S. representative from the 3rd district[43] (running for re-election)[24]
Democratic primary
Declared
Withdrawn
- Ryan Melton, Nationwide insurance supervisor and nominee for this district in 2022 and 2024[46]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[15] | Solid R | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[16] | Solid R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[17] | Safe R | April 10, 2025 |
Notes
- ^ 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
- ^ 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.
- ^ "HILL, GRANT D. FEC FORM 2 STATEMENT OF CANDIDACY FILING FEC-1889884".
- ^ a b "Maggie's List Announces First Round of U.S. House Endorsements". maggieslist.org. Retrieved June 13, 2025.
- ^ a b "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.
- ^ "Taylor Wettach announces bid for Iowa's 1st Congressional District seat". KCCI. July 8, 2025. Retrieved July 8, 2025.
- ^ Naughton, Shaughnessy (June 18, 2025). "314 Action Fund Endorses Christina Bohannan for Iowa's First Congressional District". 3.14 Action. Retrieved July 12, 2025.
- ^ "EMILYs List Endorses Christina Bohannan for Election to Iowa's 1st Congressional District". emilyslist.org/. Retrieved June 19, 2025.
- ^ Stanton, Greg (July 14, 2025). "New Dems Endorse Christina Bohannan, Rebecca Cooke, and Janelle Stelson in First Endorsement Slate for 2026 Midterms". NewDem Action Fund. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
- ^ Klein, Howie (June 18, 2025). "Early Money = Movement Power: Waiting To Donate Is A Gift To The Establishment, Whether GOP Or DCCC". Blue America. Retrieved July 2, 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.
- ^ Opsahl, Robin (July 15, 2025). "Democrat Kathy Dolter launches bid for 2nd Congressional District; Rep. Lindsay James mulls a run". Iowa Capital Dispatch. Retrieved July 15, 2025.
- ^ Barton, Tom (August 19, 2025). "James says she'll address struggles of everyday Iowans, as she announces bid for Congress". The Gazette. Retrieved August 19, 2025.
- ^ "Founder of Matthew 25 announces campaign for 2nd Congressional District". KCRG-TV. July 22, 2025. Retrieved July 22, 2025.
- ^ Gruber-Miller, Stephen (June 30, 2025). "Iowa Democrat Kevin Techau suspends 2nd District campaign for Congress, citing lack of funds". The Des Moines Register. Retrieved June 30, 2025.
- ^ a b 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.
- ^ a b "2026 Election United States House - Iowa 3rd". fec.gov. Federal Election Commission. Retrieved April 15, 2025.
- ^ Payne, Marissa (August 5, 2025). "Democrat Xavier Carrigan launches campaign for Iowa's 3rd Congressional District". The Des Moines Register. Retrieved August 5, 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.
- ^ "BACCAM, LANON FEC FORM 2 STATEMENT OF CANDIDACY FILING FEC-1862743".
- ^ "LIMON, TRACY L. MFT FEC FORM 2 STATEMENT OF CANDIDACY FILING FEC-1879733".
- ^ 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.
- ^ "Humboldt farmer launches campaign for 4th District seat". KCCI. July 14, 2025. Retrieved July 14, 2025.
- ^ Price, Dave (June 25, 2025). "First official GOP candidate for Iowa race". Dakota News Now. Retrieved June 25, 2025.
- ^ Price, Dave (July 22, 2025). "New candidate's slogan: 'Make America Iowa'". KTIV. Retrieved July 22, 2025.
- ^ Gruber-Miller, Stephen (July 7, 2025). "GOP Iowa House Majority Leader Matt Windschitl launches run for Congress in 4th District". The Des Moines Register. Retrieved July 7, 2025.
- ^ Gruber-Miller, Stephen (July 9, 2025). "Republican state Sen. Lynn Evans drops bid for Iowa's 4th Congressional District". The Des Moines Register. Retrieved July 9, 2025.
- ^ "Iowa politicians hint at running for office in 2026". KGAN. May 16, 2025. Retrieved May 17, 2025.
- ^ Ally Mutnick [@allymutnick] (July 9, 2025). "Some more news in here: Zach Nunn initially considered switching districts to run in the ruby red #IA04 (since Rep Randy Feenstra is running for gov) but White House shot that down" (Tweet). Retrieved August 18, 2025 – via Twitter.
- ^ Vlaanderen, Kathryn (July 18, 2025). "Stephanie Steiner enters race for Iowa's 4th Congressional District". KTIV. Retrieved July 19, 2025.
- ^ Breen, Matt (July 8, 2025). "Storm Lake, IA democrat enters race for Iowa's 4th District U.S. House seat". KTIV. Retrieved July 8, 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
- Official campaign websites for 1st district candidates
- Christina Bohannan (D) for Congress
- Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R) for Congress
- David Pautsch (R) for Congress
- Travis Terrell (D) for Congress
- Taylor Wettach (D) for Congress
- Official campaign websites for 2nd district candidates
- Official campaign websites for 3rd district candidates
- Xavier Carrigan (D) for Congress
- Sarah Trone Garriott (D) for Congress
- Jennifer Konfrst (D) for Congress
- Zach Nunn (R) for Congress
- Official campaign websites for 4th district candidates