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Randy Feenstra

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Primary Shocks: Trump Falters as Democrats Find Hope

Recent U.S. primary elections delivered unexpected outcomes, including a setback for Trump-endorsed candidate Randy Feenstra in Iowa, while Democrats saw opportunities with wins in Iowa and California. The fluctuating political landscape could reshape party dynamics ahead of the November general elections, with key races in California and New Jersey under the spotlight. Read More

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The Latest: Trump called Netanyahu ‘crazy’ and says Israel is complicating peace talks with Iran

President Donald Trump confirmed he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “crazy," and that he's unhappy that Israel's fighting with Hezbollah in Lebanon is holding back peace talks with Iran. Meanwhile the Trump administration is sticking with a deal to permanently drop tax claims against the president. It's an extraordinary flex of executive power that could help shield him from future probes of his finances and legal conduct. And the endorser-in-chief suffered a setback in Tuesday's elections, failing to lift Rep. Randy Feenstra to victory in Iowa’s Republican primary for governor. Read More

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Lahn's win in GOP primary for Iowa governor is a setback for Trump that could signal MAHA strength

Businessman Zach Lahn's win in Iowa’s Republican gubernatorial primary over President Donald Trump's pick is a rare electoral setback for Trump. Lahn's Tuesday upset against congressman Randy Feenstra reveals weaknesses in Trump's coalition in a deep-red state, encouraging Democrats who hope to pick up the governorship. Lahn's victory is also a breakthrough for the Make America Healthy Again movement, which has clashed with Trump over pesticide policies. Lahn is a farmer and former conservative political director who was relatively unknown before his campaign. Lahn champions policies like banning abortion and opposing corporate farmland consolidation. Feenstra conceded, referencing unity for the party. Democrats see an opportunity with state Auditor Rob Sand as their nominee. Read More

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Trump Endorses Candidates in Key GOP Governor Primaries

Donald Trump has endorsed Pamela Evette and Randy Feenstra for gubernatorial races in South Carolina and Iowa, respectively. His endorsements signal critical support in contested Republican primaries. Both states are primed for fierce battles among party insiders seeking to leverage Trump's influence as primaries approach. Read More