Rob Sand, Iowa’s Only Democrat in Statewide Office, to Run for Governor

To win, Mr. Sand would have to buck trends that have favored Republicans in Iowa for a decade.

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Gov. Kim Reynolds of Iowa Won’t Seek Re-election, Setting Up Open Race

The move by Ms. Reynolds, a Republican, will shake up the leadership of a state that has transformed from a political battleground into safely red territory.

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Iowa Governor Signs Bill Ending Transgender Civil Rights Protections

The Republican-backed bill passed both legislative chambers by large margins despite warnings from Democrats that the measure could lead to discrimination and harassment.

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