# Josh Turek

> Josh Turek is a two-time Paralympic gold medalist and Iowa State Representative from Council Bluffs. Born with spina bifida, he competed as a four-time Paralympian in wheelchair basketball for Team USA. He is the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Iowa in 2026.

## Key facts

- Party: Democrat
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- Current office: Iowa State Representative
- State: IA
- Race: Iowa U.S. Senate 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: Council Bluffs, Iowa
- Race rating: Lean R
- Campaign website: https://turek4iowa.com/

## Background

- Education: Attended Abraham Lincoln High School; B.A., Southwest Minnesota State University.
- Professional background: Two-time Paralympic gold medalist for Team USA in wheelchair basketball; volunteer director for the Ryan Martin Foundation; worked with a wheelchair and mobility assistance company.
- Public service: Iowa State Representative (present).
- Military service: None

## Opponents in this race

- [Ashley Hinson](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/ashley-hinson-iowa-r-2026.md) — Republican
- [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 – Joshua Mark Turek: https://turek4iowa.com/

Last updated: 2026-07-19T20:28:46.765Z

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