Iowa GOP Senate candidate Hinson: Prolonged Iran war could be "political liability"
Summary
Iowa Republican Senate candidate Ashley Hinson said in a private talk that the ongoing conflict with Iran could hurt Republicans politically if it lasts more than a few weeks. She expressed support for President Donald Trump’s efforts to prevent Iran from getting a nuclear weapon and said she does not expect a military draft.Key Facts
- Ashley Hinson is running for the U.S. Senate seat in Iowa, currently held by Senator Joni Ernst, who is retiring.
- Hinson spoke at a campaign event on May 28 in Fort Dodge, Iowa, where she discussed the U.S.-Iran conflict.
- She said a prolonged war with Iran would be a “political liability” because Iowa soldiers have died.
- Since December, Hinson has attended four funerals for Iowa service members killed in the conflict.
- Hinson defers to President Trump and his team on negotiations with Iran, including a ceasefire and talks about Iran’s nuclear program.
- She strongly opposes Iran obtaining a nuclear weapon.
- Hinson said she has not heard of any plan for a military draft and hopes none will be needed.
- The Senate race in Iowa is seen as important for control of the Senate in 2026.
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