ICYMI: Josh Turek Leads by 20% In Democratic Senate Primary in Iowa

ICYMI: Josh Turek Leads by 20% In Democratic Senate Primary in Iowa

“Turek is poised to win the primary and be a strong general election candidate.” 

As Iowa voters meet Josh, they know he is the best candidate to win back Sen. Harkin’s seat 

Des Moines, IA – According to new reporting by POLITICO, a recent poll shows Josh Turek leading his primary opponent in Iowa’s U.S. Senate race by 20 points. Since March, Josh has gained 23 points and his opponent’s support has cratered. Read the full memo. 

A key takeaway: Josh “has a broad base of support among Iowa Democrats,” leading among men and women, across education levels, and across the ideological spectrum.

“The momentum behind Josh Turek in this primary is becoming insurmountable because Iowans know that Josh is the fighter they need in the U.S. Senate,” said Turek for Iowa campaign manager Brendan Koch. “Today’s poll is clear: the more Iowans hear about Josh’s story and his unyielding fight for working families, the more his support grows. This campaign is taking off and headed to victory on June 2nd and November 3rd.” 

Momentum has only compounded since Josh launched his Senate campaign. Earlier this month, fundraising reports showed that Josh outraised his primary opponent in the first quarter of 2026 thanks to unmatched grassroots support that only continues to grow. 

More than 75 Iowa leaders have endorsed Josh, including two of his previous primary opponents who dropped out and immediately joined Team Turek. Since launch, Josh has criss-crossed Iowa nonstop, covering more than 20,000 miles and hitting 250+ events in over 60 counties.

The bottom line: With thirty-five days to go, Josh Turek has momentum at his back rolling into Election Day.