JD Vance Iowa Campaign

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1. 16 Sep

   Vice President JD Vance has added a campaign stop in Iowa this week as Republicans try to shore up a toss-up Senate race and three competitive House contests in the Hawkeye State before November’s midterm elections.

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• 18 Sep Vance calls midterms a referendum on ‘common sense versus pure unadulterated crazy'Vice President JD Vance spoke in Iowa, criticizing Democrats for what he views as extreme policies that are a departure from traditional Democratic values. He argued that the midterm elections will be about choosing between "common sense" and what he terms as radical proposals. During his speech, Vance cited examples of Democratic candidates making statements he considers absurd, such as calling July Fourth about…Fox News
• 18 Sep Vance rips Dem ‘underwear model’ running for Iowa gov — and the ‘out and out lunatics’ backing himJD Vance criticized Iowa’s Democratic gubernatorial nominee Rob Sand during a campaign stop in Council Bluffs, referring to Sand as a former "underwear model" and describing his supporters as "out and out lunatics." Sand leads Republican Zach Lahn by 5.2 percentage points on average according to recent polls. Vance also mocked Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and another Democratic candidate, Claire Valdez, to frame…New York Post
• 18 Sep Vance says AOC is ‘very good’ at saying ‘nothing’JD Vance criticized Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez during a campaign rally in Council Bluffs, Iowa, saying she is “very good” at saying nothing, implying that her political contributions are minimal despite her high profile. At the same event, Vance did not address recent voting on Iran war powers but instead highlighted Republican accomplishments and criticized Democratic nominees for upcoming midterm elections.Washington Examiner
• 18 Sep Iowa GOP Senate candidate to skip Vance's midterm rallyVice President JD Vance is scheduled to hold a campaign rally in Council Bluffs, Iowa, this Friday as part of his efforts to boost support for midterm elections. However, Ashley Hinson, the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in Iowa, has decided not to attend the event. The article focuses on the potential rift within the Republican party over Vance's appearance and Hinson's absence.CBS News
• 18 Sep WATCH LIVE: Vance speaks on campaign trail in IowaVice President JD Vance will speak at a campaign rally in Iowa on Friday, organized by the Republican National Committee to support GOP candidates Ashley Hinson for Senate and Zach Lahn for governor. While Hinson cannot attend due to scheduling issues, Vance previously campaigned for other Republicans running in key districts this year. The article focuses on Vance's latest effort to boost his party’s candidates…Washington Examiner
• 18 Sep JD Vance returns to Iowa as Senate and governor races heat upJD Vance, Vice President of the United States, is visiting Iowa to campaign for Republican candidates in congressional midterms, holding a rally in Council Bluffs on Friday. This trip comes as Iowa faces closely contested races for both the U.S. Senate seat and the governorship. Vance's visit underscores his growing political presence ahead of potential future candidacies.Toronto Star
• 16 Sep Iowa GOP Senate nominee skipping Vance’s campaign rally in home stateRep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) will not attend Vice President JD Vance’s campaign rally in Council Bluffs on Friday, citing previously scheduled events. This decision comes amid a tight race against state Rep. Josh Turek for Ernst's Senate seat. In contrast, gubernatorial nominee Zach Lahn has confirmed his attendance at the event. The article highlights potential political implications for other Republican nominees…Washington Examiner
• 16 Sep Vance to visit Iowa after House Republican war powers defectionsVice President JD Vance will hold a campaign rally in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on Friday as part of efforts by House Republicans to solidify their positions ahead of midterm elections. This follows recent war powers defections among Republican representatives Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Zach Nunn, who voted against continuing open-ended military engagements with Iran. Vance’s event will also support the Nebraska 2nd…Washington Examiner

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