Democrat Victory

Democrat Catelin Drey Wins Iowa Senate Special Election, Breaks GOP Supermajority

Democrat Catelin Drey secured a victory in the special election for Iowa Senate District 1, flipping the seat and breaking the Republican’s supermajority in the chamber. Drey defeated Republican Christopher Prosch with 55% of the vote, representing a significant shift in the district. This win is part of a larger trend of positive special election outcomes for Iowa Democrats, providing them with momentum heading into the 2026 midterms. Drey’s priorities in office include addressing affordability concerns and properly funding public education.

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Iowa Democrats Flip Senate Seat, Signaling Potential Shift in 2026

Democrat Mike Zimmer secured victory in Iowa’s Senate District 35 special election, defeating Republican Kate Whittington with 52% of the vote. This win flips the seat previously held by now-Lieutenant Governor Chris Cournoyer. Zimmer, a veteran educator, will serve until 2026, representing Clinton, Jackson, and Scott counties. While Republicans retain a 34-16 Senate majority, Democrats highlighted the win as a rejection of the current Republican agenda.

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