Josh Turek's Republican ballot votes
The gist
Iowa Democratic Senate candidate Josh Turek said he did not vote straight ticket Tuesday morning.
His split-ticket admission lands as he courts Republicans in a tight open-seat race.
How it unfolded
- Aug 2025Josh Turek launched his campaign for U.S. Senate.
- Sep 2025Sen. Joni Ernst announced she would not run for reelection after two terms, opening the seat.
- Jun 2026Turek won the Democratic primary with 62.6%, defeating state Sen. Zach Wahls; Ashley Hinson won the Republican primary with 74.2%.