Issue Spotlight: Where Arkansas’ U.S. Senate candidates stand on the Iran war

By: Tess Vrbin

Outlets: Arkansas Advocate

Published: April 7, 2026

Words: 831

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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The war that began in February when the United States and Israel struck Iran has led to rising gas and fertilizer prices, effects that could hit close to home for voters in Arkansas’ U.S. Senate race this fall.

The race pits Republican U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton, an outspoken supporter of the war, against Democratic challenger Hallie Shoffner, who said the military action is hurting the state’s farmers.

Cotton, who chairs the Senate Intelligence …

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