Randy Feenstra

Rick Jackson spent $100 million to defeat Trump's endorsed candidate Burt Jones in the Georgia GOP primary, marking a significant challenge to Trump's influence. Trump-endorsed candidates had mixed results in other races, including a runoff in Oklahoma and a narrow Senate win in Alabama.

Many House members are losing bids for higher offices like governor and Senate seats, with some attributing the trend to Congress's unpopularity and dysfunction. Both Republican and Democratic representatives have faced defeats, while state-level officials and political outsiders have seen more success.

Zach Lahn, the Iowa GOP governor nominee, recounted a 2009 town hall exchange where he challenged Barack Obama over the Affordable Care Act. The video resurfaced after Lahn's primary victory, with Obama acknowledging concerns about the public option. Lahn attended the event as a University of Colorado Boulder student.

House Republicans are experiencing challenges in advancing to higher office, with several losing gubernatorial and Senate primaries. Notable losses include Dusty Johnson and Randy Feenstra, while others face competitive races. Some Republicans, like Ashley Hinson and Andy Barr, secured Senate primary wins.

Georgia Republicans are urging President Donald Trump to endorse a candidate in their Senate primary before early voting begins, fearing a last-minute endorsement could harm their chances. The race involves Rep. Mike Collins and former college football coach Derek Dooley, with concerns raised after a similar late endorsement in Iowa led to a loss for Rep. Randy Feenstra. Republicans emphasize the need for unity to counter Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in the general election.

Zach Lahn, a businessman and MAHA-aligned candidate, defeated President Trump's choice Randy Feenstra in Iowa's Republican gubernatorial primary. The win highlighted divisions within Trump's coalition and signaled growing support for MAHA's anti-pesticide and pro-regenerative farming policies.

Zach Lahn won Iowa’s gubernatorial Republican primary with 38% of the vote, defeating Randy Feenstra, whom President Donald Trump endorsed. Trump’s endorsement failed to secure Feenstra’s victory, marking a rare instance of Republican voters rejecting Trump’s influence ahead of the November midterm elections.

Primary elections in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota highlighted key races, including a rare Trump endorsement setback in Iowa's gubernatorial race and a competitive Senate race in Iowa. Democrats in Iowa selected Josh Turek over Zach Wahls for a Senate seat, while Trump-backed candidate Randy Feenstra narrowly lost to Zach Lahn.

President Donald Trump criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as 'crazy' and expressed frustration that Israel's conflict with Hezbollah is hindering peace talks with Iran. The Trump administration finalized a deal to drop tax claims against Trump, while facing political backlash over a scrapped $1.8 billion fund. Congressional hearings targeted Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin and Secretary of State Marco Rubio on immigration policies and the Iran war.

Zach Lahn defeated Randy Feenstra in the Iowa Republican gubernatorial primary, marking Trump's first major primary loss of the 2026 midterm election cycle. The loss occurred in the governor race.

A Trump-backed candidate in Iowa lost the primary election. The defeat may indicate that the president's political instincts were incorrect.

Randy Feenstra, a Trump-backed candidate, lost the Iowa primary. His defeat may indicate that the president's political instincts were incorrect.

Zach Lahn won Iowa's Republican gubernatorial primary over President Donald Trump's candidate, Randy Feenstra, signaling a setback for Trump and potential strength for the Make America Healthy Again movement. Lahn's victory highlighted tensions over agricultural policies, including opposition to pesticides and corporate farming, which resonated with Iowa voters.

Zach Lahn defeated Randy Feenstra in Iowa's GOP gubernatorial primary, marking a rare loss for President Trump as his endorsement did not secure victory for his preferred candidate.

Zach Lahn won Iowa's Republican gubernatorial primary over Randy Feenstra, marking a rare Trump setback and signaling potential strength for the MAHA movement. Lahn's campaign focused on opposing large agricultural corporations and promoting regenerative farming, resonating with Iowa farmers and MAHA supporters.

Zach Lahn defeated Randy Feenstra in Iowa's Republican gubernatorial primary, marking a setback for Donald Trump and a potential boost for the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. Lahn's campaign focused on regenerative farming, opposition to large agricultural corporations, and addressing nitrate pollution in Iowa's water.

Randy Feenstra, a Trump-backed candidate for Iowa governor, conceded the primary race to Zach Lahn. CBS News projects Lahn will face Democratic candidate Rob Sand in the general election.

The Trump administration is scrapping a $1.8 billion compensation fund for allies and maintaining a deal to drop tax claims against Trump, while also implementing an AI oversight executive order and facing setbacks in endorsing candidates.

The California governor's race remains too close to call with Republican Steve Hilton leading Democrats Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer. In Iowa, Josh Turek won the Democratic primary, while Randy Feenstra's second-place finish ended Donald Trump's perfect endorsement streak. Voting experts predict final results for tight races may take weeks.

The California governor race remains deadlocked with Steve Hilton leading and Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer following. Trump’s endorsement streak ended in Iowa after Randy Feenstra finished second. Jill Biden addressed her husband’s decision to drop out of the 2024 election.

Zach Lahn stated that wealthy donors won't determine Iowa's future after Randy Feenstra conceded the Republican primary, leading to Lahn facing Democrat Rob Sand in the November general election.

Representative Randy Feenstra, a Republican, lost his primary bid for governor of Iowa despite a late endorsement from President Trump.

Trump-backed Rep. Randy Feenstra conceded to MAHA-backed Republican Zach Lahn in Iowa’s GOP gubernatorial primary. Lahn, a farmer and businessman, defeated Feenstra and other candidates to advance to the November general election against Democratic State Auditor Rob Sand.

Trump-backed Rep. Randy Feenstra conceded to MAHA-supported Zach Lahn in Iowa's GOP gubernatorial primary. Lahn, a farmer and businessman, defeated Feenstra despite his congressional profile and Trump's endorsement. Lahn will face Democratic State Auditor Rob Sand in November's general election.

Trump-backed Rep. Randy Feenstra lost the Republican nod for Iowa governor to businessman Zach Lahn. This marks a rare endorsement defeat for Trump in a GOP primary this cycle.

Rep. Randy Feenstra conceded the GOP primary for Iowa governor after a close race with Zach Lahn, despite earning Donald Trump’s last-minute endorsement. Feenstra outspent Lahn by nearly $1 million and emphasized his MAGA credentials, but the race remains uncalled by the Associated Press.

Randy Feenstra conceded to Zach Lahn in the Iowa GOP primary for governor. Feenstra was backed by Trump, while Lahn received support from MAHA.

Businessman Zach Lahn and State Auditor Rob Sand are projected to face off in November for Iowa governor, according to Decision Desk HQ. Lahn, endorsed by Turning Point Action, won the GOP primary over Rep. Randy Feenstra, who had endorsements from President Trump and retiring Sen. Joni Ernst.

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.

President Trump endorsed multiple candidates in six states ahead of Tuesday's primary elections, including Randy Feenstra in Iowa and Steve Hilton in California. He praised candidates for their policies on economic growth, border security, and election integrity.

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.

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.

President Trump endorsed three Republican gubernatorial candidates in South Carolina, Iowa, and Oklahoma, intensifying competition for his support ahead of primary elections on June 9, June 16, and Tuesday. The candidates include Pamela Evette, Randy Feenstra, and Mike Mazzei, who face multiple opponents in each state.

President Donald Trump endorsed three Republican gubernatorial candidates in South Carolina, Iowa, and Oklahoma. The candidates include South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, Iowa Rep. Randy Feenstra, and former Oklahoma state senator Mike Mazzei, with primary elections set for June 9, June 16, and Tuesday respectively. These states are holding their first competitive Republican gubernatorial primaries in years.

Vice President JD Vance's potential 2028 presidential run is linked to President Donald Trump's performance, with Iowa Republicans hopeful that Vance can help turn the economy around. Vance's fate is tied to Trump's accomplishments and approval ratings. The economy and Trump's policies are major concerns for Iowa voters.