Josh Turek secured the Democratic nomination for the Iowa senate seat race. During the lead up to the primaries, state Sen. Zach Wahls tried to characterize his primary rival Turek as an extension of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York.
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NBC News' Steve Kornacki analyzes the results for projected winners in the Iowa and New Jersey primaries as Democrats aim to flip the Senate.
The former House member built her reputation by grilling corporate executives, and she has a strong command of policy. But questions about her demeanor have been a drag on her campaign.
Turek defeated Zach Wahls in a closely watched race that tested anti-Schumer messaging and Democratic electability in a Trump state.
Ms. Raman, a progressive Democrat, surprised many allies when she entered the Los Angeles mayor's race at the last minute.
The decision clears the way for the governor and state lawmakers to redraw their congressional voting map with six districts that favor Republicans and one that favors a Democrat.
Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek won Tuesday's Democratic primary for U.S. Senate and will next try to flip the seat currently held by GOP Sen. Joni Ernst, who is retiring.
Mr. Turek, a state lawmaker, beat Zach Wahls in a contest that tested the party's anti-establishment fervor.
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