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Iowa · Iowa Governor · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Zach Lahn

Republican

Businessman

2026 race · Iowa Governor

17% chance of winning · race rated Likely D

83%17%

21% chance of winning · race rated Lean D

79%21%
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Experience
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Opponents in 2026