Iowa Governor Race Heats Up as Treasurer Rob Sand and Rep. Randy Feenstra Announce Candidacies
Iowa Treasurer Rob Sand and Rep. Randy Feenstra announce their bids for governor in a crowded Republican field following Kim Reynolds' decision not to seek reelection.
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Iowa state auditor Democrat Rob Sand announces run for governor
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Iowa State Treasurer Rob Sand and Rep. Randy Feenstra have announced their campaigns for governor in 2026 following incumbent Governor Kim Reynolds' surprise decision not to seek reelection. Sand aims to disrupt GOP leadership with $8 million in campaign funds and a platform that includes legalizing marijuana. Meanwhile, Feenstra, a Republican serving his third congressional term, joins a field that includes several prominent GOP figures such as Attorney General Brenna Bird and Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig. Political observers note the competitive nature of the upcoming primaries and the challenges both candidates face in a state trending Republican.
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Notable candidates include Rep. Randy Feenstra and Attorney General Brenna Bird on the Republican side, and State Auditor Rob Sand on the Democratic side.
Rob Sand's candidacy is significant because he is the first established Democratic candidate to run, aiming to disrupt GOP leadership in a state that has not seen a Democratic governor since 2006.
While detailed policy platforms are not fully outlined in the article, Rob Sand aims to legalize marijuana as part of his campaign.
The race highlights Iowa's role as a testing ground for national political figures and strategies, especially given its significance in presidential elections.
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