Senate Candidate Thomas Laehn is an independent running for Iowa's open senate seat. While most people question what one independent voice can do in an ocean of blue and red, he sees it as a strategic advantage: that one vote can force a quorum and force DC Senators to actually have a dialogue.

It's an often overlooked fact but because there are only 100 Senators and control is often on razor thin margins, if Iowa sends an independent voice, the state actually punches slightly above its weight class in the Senate. Laehn's plan is to force a quorum and force both parties to work with each other for Iowans and the American people.

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Chris McGowan is running for Congress in Iowa's 4th district. He re-affirms his support for the continued military operation in Iran, albeit with some caveats. He also explains his thinking on tariffs after they still haven't achieved their goal, but he also discusses why civil treatment of his political opponent is important.

McGowan, an Air Force veteran, explains his children are currently serving. He says he supported bombing of Iran to remove nuclear weapons, but says continued war must be justified through the lens of the country posing an immediate threat. McGowan also explains why he wants to be "unpopular" by limiting spending, and why he wants to return civility to Congress.

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The Former Great Plains Regional Admin of HUD is running for Congress. Joe Mitchell discusses his friendship with Charlie Kirk, what Kirk would have to say about Iowa State Fair protests, accountability for healthcare providers who pushed gender surgeries, and how both incentives and regulations are driving up housing prices.

The Trump appointee also explains his thinking on flock cameras, mass surveillance, and addresses concerns on his tough stance against lobbying. Does it conflict with his former experience hiring lobbyists?

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Congresswoman Ashley Hinson is running for Senate in Iowa and this discussion she explains her position on the root cause of healthcare problems, if regulations for our "safety" are actually keeping things more expensive, and proper regulations around Ai.

Hinson has served in US Congress since 2021 and is looking to be elected into one of Iowa's 2 senate seats, soon vacated by Joni Ernst who is not seeking reelection. She also gives her stance on eminent domain, bio fuels, data centers, and flock camera surveillance.

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Faith and healthcare have defined State Senator Sarah Trone Garriott's run for Congress. She answers questions on the role of health insurance vs healthcare costs, and addresses criticism about her faith conflicting with her political views.

Trone Garriott is running for Congress in Iowa's 3rd district against incumbent Zach Nunn. She explains why she voted against SNAP regulations that would limit food to "healthier" options, why she is voted against SF 538 that banned gender-affirming care for under 18, is asked if she would support any limits on abortion, and addresses pushback on hospital closure claims.

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Businessman Zach Lahn surprised the state of Iowa getting the GOP nomination for Governor but before Iowans can vote for him, they have questions about the permanency of his data center "moratorium," what was discussed in his meetings with big ag, and if he will take a hard stance against them if elected.

Lahn is also asked about if he aligns more with Chris Jones, Democrat running for Secretary of Agriculture, and is asked if the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is a captured entity, as he has claimed, will he make an Iowa-focused version of the EPA with individual labeling requirements like California?

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Iowa's state auditor, Rob Sand is within spitting distance of becoming Iowa's next Governor. But before checking that box, Iowans have questions about family funding, Lauridsen Group, Dave Muhlbauer's DNR violations, education funding, his cancer plan, and if he really believes in "not redder or bluer."

Sand also doubles down on claims his opponent, Zach Lahn is "from Kansas" and explains why his campaign or the Democrat party hasn't filed official complaint with the The State Objection Panel, Iowa Secretary of State, or The Iowa Attorney General.

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Representative Lindsay James is currently an Iowa House member, and she's asking Iowans for a promotion to the big house in DC. James joins us to discuss why her stances on healthcare, cancer rates, and "fighting corruption" will get her into US Congress.

James explains her positions and defends criticisms for missing 50% of votes in the Iowa legislature. She discusses her concerns over price gouging, caps for insulin, and is asked about the difference between rising health insurance costs, and rising healthcare costs.

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Private calls with HHS Secretary Bobby Kennedy, pressure from Rep. Zach Nunn to drop out, and court challenges removing ballot access? Libertarian Candidate for US Congress, Marco Battaglia shares what was discussed on their phone calls, and the list of resources the GOP said they'd attempt should Battaglia not cave.

This isn't the first time Battaglia has run for Congress, facing numerous legal challenges from the GOP, but the pressure this cycle was far greater. He discusses his side of the story, and why he his petition for judicial review in Polk County District Court will overturn State Objections Panel's decision.

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It's no surprise RAGBRAI cyclists will soon pedal their way into Iowa, but what may be a surprise is this year's exclusive Field of Dreams stop and a mystery celebrity who's coming for a ride. RAGBRAI executive director, Matt Phippen explains the incredible town support, and memorable experiences that come with the Registers Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa.

Phippen explains how the ride broke into another state briefly and the controversy that came with it. He also walks us through the incredible economic impact RAGBRAI brings, and how a few church ladies made a windfall making pie for riders. We also reflect on how two YouTube stars captured Iowa's ride perfectly.

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