Iowa Federal Elections 2026

Explore all federal election races in Iowa for 2026. Compare candidate positions, review voting records, and make an informed decision.

Races in Iowa

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1 race tracked

Key Dates

Election Day
Nov 3, 2026

Election Schedule

Senate Class 2 — Next election: 2026UP IN 2026
Senate Class 3 — Next election: 2028Not up until 2028
4 congressional districts — All up in every even-year election
Next presidential election: 2028

Senate Races

senateActiveNov 3, 2026
Senate
Likely R★ Flip Potential
Thomas LaehnLvsZach WahlsD41%vsJosh TurekD46%vsJim CarlinRvsAshley HinsonR48%
📊 Limited public polling available. Recent hypothetical matchup polls show Hinson leading both Wahls and Turek, with Hinson at 48% versus Wahls at 41%, and Hinson-Turek at 46-46 (tied). Prediction market odds favor Republicans at 61.5%.— Change Research, 2026-01-31
This open seat contest could be critical for Senate control. Republicans need to hold the seat given their narrow majority, while Democrats view this as a long-shot opportunity in a red state.
Last updated: Apr 6, 2026