Rob Sand

Iowa Auditor Rob Sand's report claims the state paid $258 million in 2026 to fund private school tuition through the Education Savings Account (ESA) program, with 79% of participants already projected to attend private schools. The Iowa Department of Education disputed the report's methodology, calling it a 'policy advocacy brief' and denying its validity as an audit.

Rob Sand, an Iowa governor candidate, is seeking to end over 15 years without a Democrat in the governor's office. His Republican opponent, Zach Lahn, has attacked him, prompting Sand to dismiss the criticism by noting Lahn's residence in Kansas.

Rob Sand, the Democratic nominee for Iowa governor, held a rally in Des Moines with support from Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, as Democrats aim to challenge Republican Zach Lahn in a competitive race. The campaign highlights Iowa's budget deficit, agricultural struggles, and cancer crisis, with Sand emphasizing a message of unity to appeal to voters.

Rob Sand, the Democratic nominee for Iowa governor, held a rally in Des Moines with support from Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as the race against Republican Zach Lahn becomes a key battleground. Democrats aim to flip the governor seat amid challenges like a state budget deficit, agricultural struggles, and a cancer crisis, while facing a voter registration deficit and Republican dominance in legislative districts.

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.

Rob Sand, the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor, will hold a rally on Sunday. The event will feature Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats aim to flip the governor's seat.

Rob Sand, the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor, will hold a rally with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats aim to flip the state. The race against Republican Zach Lahn is competitive amid challenges like a state budget deficit, struggling agriculture, and a cancer crisis. Both candidates face hurdles in a Republican-leaning voter registration landscape.

Iowa Democrats nominated Josh Turek for U.S. Senate and Rob Sand for governor, positioning the state as competitive again. Turek, a Paralympic gold medalist with a history of winning in Republican-leaning areas, defeated Zach Wahls by over 25 points in the primary.

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.

Iowa Democrats are optimistic about potential midterm wins amid economic challenges, including agricultural tariffs, Medicaid cuts, and rising costs from the Iran war. Key candidates Josh Turek and Rob Sand are highlighted as part of a slate aiming to capitalize on rural voter dissatisfaction. However, Democrats face challenges in overcoming their historically weak rural brand.

Zach Lahn won the Iowa GOP governor primary and will face Rob Sand in the upcoming election. The race is described as potentially competitive in a red-leaning state.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand, a Democrat, is campaigning against the state’s education savings account (ESA) program, which provides public vouchers for private school expenses. His opposition to the 2023 policy frames it as a drain on public schools, positioning him as a fiscal hawk amid a divided Democratic approach to school choice.

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.

Rob Sand, a prominent Iowa Democrat, is running for governor amid a potential Democratic opening in the state. He critiques the two-party system, engages with audiences through hunting-themed outreach and patriotic rituals, and seeks to break Republican dominance under Trump.

Rob Sand, a Democrat in Iowa, is running for governor amid falling Trump approval ratings and rising gas prices. Democrats view his candidacy as a potential breakthrough to win key state offices in the November midterms, despite Republican dominance under Trump.

The Iowa governor's race is becoming unexpectedly competitive as Democrat Rob Sand challenges retiring Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds, with the Cook Political Report reclassifying the race as a 'toss-up' for the first Democratic gubernatorial win in nearly two decades.