# Rob Sand

> Rob Sand is the Democratic nominee for Governor of Iowa in 2026. He serves as Iowa State Auditor and is the only Democratic statewide officeholder in Iowa. He ran unopposed in the Democratic primary, having declared his candidacy in May 2025.

## Key facts

- Party: Democratic
- Office sought: Governor
- Current office: Iowa State Auditor
- State: IA
- Race: Iowa Gubernatorial Election 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Race rating: Tossup

## Opponents in this race

- [Zach Lahn](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/zach-lahn-ia-gov-2026.md) — Republican

Last updated: 2026-06-15T02:03:20.704Z

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Source: Transparency Report — https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/rob-sand-ia-gov-2026
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