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Rob Sand said he wasn't trying to turn Iowa blue. Well, he did.

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Rob Sand wins Iowa governor race

Democrat Rob Sand defeated Republican incumbent in Iowa's gubernatorial race, making him the first Democratic governor of Iowa in 20 years.

Nov 3, 2026·4 sourcesUS midterm elections U.S. election results U.S. governors Democratic Party 2026 U.S. midterm elections State politics U.S. campaign finance & fundraising Republican Party Elections

Rob Sand wins Iowa governor race

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