Ashley Hinson
Coverage of Ashley Hinson in the Nexus archive.
- Republican Senate Candidates Start Their Own Super PACs to Gain Cash Advantage
Two Republican Senate candidates, Ashley Hinson of Iowa and Jon Husted of Ohio, have established their own allied super PACs.
- Fox News Poll: A close Senate contest is brewing in Iowa
A new Fox News poll indicates a close Senate race in Iowa between Democrat Josh Turek and Republican Ashley Hinson, with Turek holding a 4-point lead. The poll highlights shifting voter sentiment toward Donald Trump, who now has a negative favorability rating in Iowa, and notes demographic divides in candidate support.
- Fox News Poll: A close Senate contest is brewing in Iowa
A new Fox News poll indicates a closely contested Senate race in Iowa between Democrat Josh Turek and Republican Ashley Hinson, with Turek holding a 4-point lead. Iowans view Donald Trump negatively by 13 points, and the race could shift based on voter enthusiasm and demographic support patterns.
- New polls show narrow path for Democrats to flip Senate
Democrats need to flip four Republican-held Senate seats to gain control, but new polls show only a narrow path with competitive races in states like Maine, Texas, North Carolina, Iowa, and Georgia. Current polling indicates close contests in these states, though Democrats would need significant advantages to secure the necessary seats.
- Turek leads Hinson in Iowa Senate poll of likely general election voters
Josh Turek leads Ashley Hinson 47 percent to 45 percent in a Global Strategy Group poll of 1,000 likely Iowa Senate general election voters. Republicans hold a 10-point registration edge and Trump voters outpace Harris supporters by 9 points, but Trump's favorability is negative overall. Analysts note Turek outperforms partisan trends with stronger personal favorability.
- Trump’s Republican allies draw a line in the sand on Iran
Republican allies of President Donald Trump are setting Labor Day as a deadline for resolving tensions with Iran amid concerns about political risks as midterms approach. GOP officials and candidates emphasize the need for a resolution to avoid voter backlash over rising gas prices and casualties, though some acknowledge Trump's reluctance to set a firm end date.
- Trump keeps extending the Iran war. Republicans are losing patience.
Republicans are setting a Labor Day deadline for President Trump to resolve the Iran war as political risks rise due to casualties and economic factors. GOP officials express concern over the war's impact on midterms but acknowledge Trump's actions as necessary. A preliminary deal with Iran is reportedly close, but past failed negotiations have eroded confidence.
- Rob Sand to rally in Iowa governor bid with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats eye a flip
Rob Sand, the Democratic nominee for Iowa governor, will hold his first rally with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear. The race against Republican Zach Lahn is among the most competitive, with Iowa facing a budget deficit, agricultural struggles, and a cancer crisis. Democrats aim to flip the governor's office despite a voter registration deficit.
- Farm animal welfare rules might be rolled back by Congress
Congress is considering rolling back state animal welfare laws through the farm bill, targeting California’s Proposition 12, which mandates cage-free livestock conditions. The proposed Save Our Bacon Act aims to block state regulations on livestock raising, facing opposition from California officials who argue it undermines consumer demands for higher animal welfare standards.
- Farm animal welfare rules might be rolled back by Congress
Congress is considering rolling back state animal welfare laws through the Save Our Bacon Act, targeting California’s Proposition 12, which mandates cage-free conditions for livestock. The proposed legislation aims to block states from regulating livestock confinement standards, drawing opposition from California officials who argue it disrupts local agriculture and consumer demands for higher welfare standards.
- Farm animal welfare rules might be rolled back by Congress
Congress is considering rolling back state animal welfare laws through the farm bill, with the Save Our Bacon Act targeting California’s Proposition 12, which mandates cage-free livestock confinement standards. Opponents argue the law burdens producers, while supporters claim it reflects consumer demand for higher welfare standards.
- Farm animal welfare rules might be rolled back by Congress
Congress is considering the Save Our Bacon Act, which aims to block states from regulating livestock confinement standards, targeting California’s Proposition 12. The act opposes laws requiring cage-free conditions for animals, while supporters of state laws argue consumers demand higher welfare standards. Opponents claim such regulations burden producers with inconsistent market requirements.
- Rep. Ashley Hinson thanks Trump after projected GOP Senate primary win
Rep. Ashley Hinson thanked President Trump after her projected victory in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate. She will face Democrat Rep. Josh Turek in the general election.
- Iowa voters pick their nominees for competitive general elections
Iowa voters selected nominees for competitive general elections, with Democratic state Rep. Josh Turek facing Republican U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson in the Senate race. Democrat state Auditor Rob Sand ran unopposed for governor as Republicans continue vote counting.
- Iowa voters pick their nominees for competitive general elections
Iowa voters have selected nominees for competitive general elections, with Democratic state Rep. Josh Turek facing Republican U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson in the Senate race and Democrat state Auditor Rob Sand competing against Republican businessman Zach Lahn for governor.
- Iowa GOP Senate candidate Hinson: Prolonged Iran war could be "political liability"
Iowa GOP Senate candidate Ashley Hinson stated that a prolonged U.S.-Iran conflict could become a political liability if it extends beyond the next few weeks, according to CBS News.
- Iowa: Democrat Josh Turek to face Trump-backed Ashley Hinson in bid to flip red Senate seat
Democrat Josh Turek will face Trump-backed Ashley Hinson in the Iowa Senate election after defeating Zach Wahls in the primary. Democrats aim to flip a red Senate seat in a GOP-dominated state.
- Iowa: Democrat Josh Turek to face Trump-backed Ashley Hinson in bid to flip red Senate seat
Democrat Josh Turek will face Trump-backed Ashley Hinson in the Iowa Senate election. Turek won the Democratic primary by defeating Zach Wahls. Democrats aim to flip the Republican-held Senate seat in the November midterms.
- Iowa Dem Josh Turek takes down lefty foe, teeing up showdown against Ashley Hinson for Senate
Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek defeated Zach Wahls in a primary to secure the Democratic nomination for a Senate race against Rep. Ashley Hinson. The contest is expected to be competitive.
- Democrats turn to Paralympian in bid to flip key GOP-held Senate seat
Democratic state Rep. Josh Turek, a Paralympian, won the Iowa Senate nomination to challenge Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson for a GOP-held Senate seat. Turek received support from Senate leaders Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, while Hinson was backed by Trump and Senate GOP figures. The race is a key target for Democrats in the midterm elections.
- Democrats turn to Paralympian in bid to flip key GOP-held Senate seat
Democratic state Rep. Josh Turek, a Paralympian, won the Iowa Senate nomination to challenge Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson in a key race to replace retiring Sen. Joni Ernst. Turek received backing from figures like Pete Buttigieg and Senate leaders Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, while Hinson was supported by Donald Trump and the National Republican Senatorial Committee.
- Democrat Josh Turek and GOP's Ashley Hinson to compete for pivotal U.S. Senate seat in Iowa
Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek won the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, setting up a general election race against Republican U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson for a pivotal seat Democrats aim to flip.
- Paralympic gold medalist Josh Turek wins Iowa Senate primary with establishment support
Josh Turek, a Paralympic gold medalist, won the Iowa Senate primary with support from national Democrats and groups like VoteVets. He will face GOP nominee Ashley Hinson in a critical Senate race. Turek defeated state Sen. Zach Wahls in a primary marked by conflict between Democratic establishment and anti-establishment factions.
- Hinson, Turek set to vie for Ernst Senate seat in Iowa
Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) and state Rep. Josh Turek (D) are set to compete for the Senate seat held by retiring Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) this fall. Hinson won the GOP nomination by defeating former state Rep. Jim Carlin (R). Turek, a Paralympic gold medalist, is the Democratic candidate.
- Ashley Hinson wins Iowa Senate GOP primary, CBS News projects
Ashley Hinson won the Iowa Senate GOP primary, according to CBS News. Republican Sen. Joni Ernst is not running for reelection, and Hinson received President Trump's endorsement.
- Trump-endorsed Hinson secures Iowa Senate nomination as Democrats eye GOP seat
Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson secured the GOP Senate nomination in Iowa, defeating Jim Carlin in the primary. The race is critical for the Senate majority, with Democrats targeting the seat. Hinson received endorsements from Donald Trump, John Thune, and the National Republican Senatorial Committee.
- Trump-endorsed Hinson secures Iowa Senate nomination as Democrats eye GOP seat
Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson secured the Senate nomination in Iowa to succeed retiring Sen. Joni Ernst, defeating former state senator Jim Carlin in the GOP primary. Hinson, endorsed by President Donald Trump and other GOP leaders, faces the winner of a Democratic primary between state Rep. Josh Turek and state Sen. Zach Wahls in the general election.
- Ashley Hinson Wins the Republican Senate Primary in Iowa
Ashley Hinson won the Republican Senate Primary in Iowa and pledged to be President Trump's top ally in the United States Senate.
- Ashley Hinson wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Iowa
Ashley Hinson has won the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate in Iowa. The announcement was reported by the Associated Press.
- 5 Things to Know About Representative Ashley Hinson, Senate Candidate in Iowa
Representative Ashley Hinson is a Senate candidate in Iowa who spoke at the Iowa Faith & Freedom Coalition’s Spring Kickoff in Clive, Iowa, on May 1.
- Live results: Iowa House primary elections
Two Iowa House seats are contested in the primary elections, with Republican representatives Ashley Hinson and Randy Feenstra seeking higher office. The 2nd and 4th Congressional Districts are solid Republican strongholds, while the 1st and 3rd districts are rated as toss-ups by Cook Political Report.
- The Latest: Polls open for races across the US as a busy primary election day gets underway
Primary elections are underway in multiple U.S. states, including California, New Mexico, New Jersey, and Iowa. Key races include California's gubernatorial contest with no clear leader, New Mexico's governor's race featuring former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, and Iowa's Senate primary where Democrats aim to challenge a Republican-held seat. New Jersey voters are also deciding a House race affected by a candidate's unexplained absence.
- Trump-backed Iowa Senate candidate says Iran war could become ‘political liability’
Rep. Ashley Hinson, a Trump-backed GOP Senate candidate in Iowa, expressed concerns that a prolonged Iran war could become a political liability, citing Iowa soldiers' deaths and rising gas prices. She supports Trump's stance against Iran acquiring nuclear weapons but acknowledges risks for Republicans in battleground races. Hinson's remarks highlight growing GOP concerns about war's electoral impact.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Iowa’s state primary
Iowa's state primary features competitive races for open seats due to the retirements of Gov. Kim Reynolds and U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst. Key contests include Senate nominations with Ashley Hinson and Jim Carlin (Republicans) and Josh Turek and Zach Wahls (Democrats), as well as a gubernatorial race with multiple Republican candidates. The outcomes could influence the 2028 election and midterm control of Congress.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Iowa's state primary
Iowa's state primary features competitive races for open Republican and Democratic nominations due to the retirements of Gov. Kim Reynolds and U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst. Key contests include Senate candidates Ashley Hinson, Jim Carlin, Josh Turek, and Zach Wahls, and gubernatorial candidates Eddie Andrews, Randy Feenstra, and others. The outcomes will impact November's midterm elections and potential 2028 presidential dynamics.
- Iowa Democrats hoping to flip a US Senate seat are torn over which of 2 hopefuls has the best shot
Iowa Democrats are undecided between state lawmakers Josh Turek and Zach Wahls in a Senate primary to challenge a Republican-held seat. Both candidates emphasize similar policies but differ in strategies to attract crossover voters, with Turek focusing on economic populism and Wahls on legislative records. The primary outcome is critical as Democrats aim to flip the seat in November.
- Iowa Democrats hoping to flip a US Senate seat are torn over which of 2 hopefuls has the best shot
Iowa Democrats are divided between state Rep. Josh Turek and state Sen. Zach Wahls in a primary race for a U.S. Senate seat, with the winner aiming to flip a Republican-held position in November. Both candidates highlight their legislative records and appeal to independent and moderate voters, though Republicans hold a structural advantage in the state.
- Iowa’s Hinson leans into Trump alliance, pushes congressional trading ban in Senate campaign
Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson of Iowa is running for Senate after Joni Ernst announced her retirement, positioning herself as a favorite in the GOP primary scheduled for June 2. Hinson, a former journalist representing Iowa's 2nd Congressional District, has secured major endorsements and is leveraging a Trump alliance while advocating for congressional trading restrictions in her campaign.
- Senate quietly bans lawmakers from betting on prediction markets
The Senate has passed legislation banning lawmakers from betting on prediction markets, aiming to prevent insider trading and increase faith in the institution. The move was pushed by Senator Bernie Moreno and supported by companies like Polymarket and Kalshi. This change comes as lawmakers have struggled to police themselves with bans on stock trading.
- Senate quietly bans lawmakers from betting on prediction markets
The Senate has passed legislation to prevent senators and their staff from betting on prediction markets, aiming to increase faith in the institution. The move was pushed by Senator Bernie Moreno and supported by companies like Polymarket and Kalshi. This change comes as lawmakers have tried to police themselves with bans on stock trading while in office.