4 key takeaways from primary elections in New Jersey and Iowa
The primary elections in New Jersey and Iowa revealed significant political trends ahead of the midterm elections. Notably, President Trump's endorsement record was broken when Rep. Randy Feenstra lost the Iowa gubernatorial primary. Additionally, establishment Democrats gained ground with key victories in both states, setting the stage for competitive general elections.
- ▪President Trump's perfect endorsement record was broken when Rep. Randy Feenstra lost the Iowa gubernatorial primary to Zach Lahn.
- ▪Josh Turek won the Iowa Senate primary, making the race more competitive against GOP Rep. Ashley Hinson.
- ▪Adam Hamawy, endorsed by prominent progressive figures, won the Democratic primary for New Jersey's 12th Congressional District.
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Politics 4 key takeaways from primary elections in New Jersey and Iowa By Victor Nava Published June 3, 2026, 5:30 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Tuesday’s primary elections in New Jersey and Iowa set the stage for several competitive contests this fall that could determine control of the House and Senate. While high-profile gubernatorial and mayoral contests in California grabbed much of the headlines, races in the Garden and Hawkeye states revealed emerging political trends that could shape the midterm elections. Here are four key takeaways: President Trump’s perfect endorsement record is no more 4 Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Iowa) during a rally with local residents in West Des Moines, Iowa, May 27, 2026.
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