Windschitl ends 4th District campaign as reports show state’s fundraising leaders

By: Robin Opsahl

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: February 6, 2026

Words: 1,974

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

Rep. Matt Windschitl, former Iowa House majority leader, was the latest candidate to announce his congressional campaign suspension Friday.

Fields are narrowing in races for federal offices in Iowa, as fundraising reports show some candidates pulling ahead of primary challengers.

Windschitl, who began his bid for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District in July 2025, announced Friday he was suspending his campaign. The announcement comes two days after President Donald Trump endorsed Republican candidate Chris …

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