Trump Endorses Rep. Ashley Hinson in High-Stakes 2026 Iowa Senate Race
In a significant boost to her 2026 Senate campaign, Rep. Ashley Hinson has secured former President Donald Trump’s endorsement as she seeks to fill the Iowa Senate seat being vacated by retiring Senator Joni Ernst. The endorsement, announced this week, adds considerable momentum to Hinson’s bid to become Iowa’s next U.S. Senator and signals Trump’s continued influence in shaping the Republican bench ahead of the midterm elections. Ashley Hinson, currently serving Iowa’s 1st Congressional District, entered the race following Senator Ernst’s announcement that she would not seek re-election in 2026. The decision by Ernst, a two-term senator known for her












