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J.D. Scholten Announces Senate Run Against Joni Ernst in Iowa

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J.D. Scholten Announces Senate Run Against Joni Ernst in Iowa
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Iowa State Rep. J.D. Scholten announced his run for the U.S. Senate seat held by Republican Joni Ernst in 2026, amid national backlash against Ernst's comments on Medicaid and SNAP cuts. Scholten, a former congressional candidate and current state legislator, emphasizes the need for change in Iowa's political landscape and aims to appeal across party lines, citing his previous electoral experiences and local involvement.

Topics:nationpolitics#2026-election#democratic-candidate#iowa-senate-race#jd-scholten#joni-ernst#politics
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  1. Iowa Democratic state Rep. J.D. Scholten launches run for U.S. Senate  thegazette.com
  2. Sen. Ernst doubles down on bleak response to Medicaid grilling  NPR
  3. J.D. Scholten Will Challenge Joni Ernst in Iowa Senate Race  The New York Times
  4. Republican senator criticized for mock apology after saying ‘we all are going to die’  The Guardian
  5. Democrat announces run against Joni Ernst after ‘we’re all going to die’ comments  Politico

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