Republican senator Joni Ernst of Iowa will not run for re-election

Published on August 29, 2025 at 07:38 PM
Republican senator Joni Ernst of Iowa will not run for re-election

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The US Republican senator Joni Ernst of Iowa is not expected to seek re-election next year, according to multiple news reports, a move that could open a competitive seat in the high-stakes battle to control the chamber.

CBS News was the first to report that Ernst had told confidantes that she intends to announce her decision not to seek re-election next week. Ernst’s office and campaign did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

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