U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa, filed paperwork to run for Iowa governor in the 2026 election to replace Gov. Kim Reynolds. Other potential candidates include state Sen. Mike Bousselot, Attorney General Brenna Bird, and House Speaker Pat Grassley. Feenstra previously defeated Steve King in the U.S. House primary in 2020.
Key Points
Feenstra seeks to fulfill Trump's agenda.
Facing competition from other potential Republican and Democratic candidates.
Pros
Transition from U.S. House to state governorship.
Brings experience as a state senator and U.S. House representative.
Cons
Potential crowded GOP primary field.
Other strong potential candidates in consideration.