Democratic U.S. Senate candidates debate immigration votes, outside money

By: Robin Opsahl

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: May 6, 2026

Words: 1,417

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Democratic U.S. Senate candidates Josh Turek and Zach Wahls sparred Tuesday on past votes related to immigration, connections to “dark money” organizations and electability during a televised debate.

The two candidates faced off on “Iowa Press” for the first planned debate leading up to the June 2 primary election. Another debate hosted by KCCI and Gray Television is planned for 7 p.m. May 14.

Both candidates indicated they expect the Democratic nominee to face …

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