Three Democrats compete in Iowa 4th Congressional District primary

By: Robin Opsahl

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: May 28, 2026

Words: 1,064

Last Updated: 1 month, 4 weeks ago


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Though Iowa’s 4th Congressional District is considered a longtime Republican stronghold, three Democrats are competing in the June 2 primary to become the candidate competing for the open seat in the 2026 election.

The district, which covers much of northwest Iowa including Ames, Sioux City and Council Bluffs, is currently represented by U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra, who took the seat in the 2020 election after winning the primary against incumbent former U.S. Rep. Steve King.

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