# Ashley Hinson

> Ashley Hinson is a Republican politician and former journalist serving as the U.S. Representative for Iowa's 2nd congressional district. Born in Des Moines, Iowa, she previously served in the Iowa State House of Representatives. She is the Republican candidate for the open U.S. Senate seat in Iowa in 2026.

## Key facts

- Party: Republican
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- Current office: U.S. Representative for Iowa's 2nd Congressional District
- State: IA
- Race: Iowa U.S. Senate 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: Marion, Iowa
- Race rating: Lean R
- Campaign website: https://ashleyhinson.com

## Background

- Education: B.A., University of Southern California.
- Professional background: News anchor and reporter at KCRG-TV; news and entertainment intern at KABC-TV; camera operator and editor at WOI-TV.
- Public service: Iowa State Representative, 67th district (2017–2021); U.S. Representative for Iowa's 1st congressional district (2021–2023); U.S. Representative for Iowa's 2nd congressional district (2023–present).
- Military service: None

## Opponents in this race

- [Josh Turek](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/josh-turek-iowa-d-2026.md) — Democrat
- [Ashley Hinson](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/ashley-hinson-ia-2026.md) — Republican
- [Josh Turek](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/josh-turek-ia-2026.md) — Democratic

## Sources

- Official Campaign Website – Ashley Hinson: https://ashleyhinson.com

Last updated: 2026-07-19T20:28:46.793Z

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