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Nunn vs. Trone Garriott: Where Iowa’s 3rd District candidates stand
Rep. Zach Nunn voted for Medicaid cuts that shuttered health clinics and backed tariffs that raised costs for Iowans. State Sen. Sarah Trone Garriott is challenging the Iowa Republican, campaigning on lowering health care expenses and ending tariffs.
Data centers investments, personal finances take center stage at Michigan governor debate
Michigan gubernatorial candidates Jocelyn Benson and John James faced off over rising living costs, government reform and data center developments. While both candidates agreed on a couple issues, they clashed over transparency and who is best equipped to lead the state.
FACT CHECK: Ryan Mackenzie parrots misleading claim denying Iran War is spiking fuel prices
U.S. Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA) is repeating misleading claims that recent high fuel prices aren’t driven by the war with Iran. Experts say even with sea passages open, risk premiums and lost oil supply from ongoing Middle East conflict continue to keep prices inflated.
Sand, Lahn trade attacks on residency, family at first Iowa gubernatorial debate
Democrat Rob Sand and Republican Zach Lahn accused each other of lying about their residency and family wealth Tuesday while answering questions on the state budget and education during the first 2026 Iowa gubernatorial debate.
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