Norris out, 3Q fundraising, No Kings, state revenues falling
Laura Belin and Dennis Hart (filling in for Spencer Dirks) began with the end of Jackie Norris' campaign for U.S. Senate, and a review of third-quarter fundraising for the remaining Democrats and Republicans running for Senate. They discussed highlights and a few surprises from fundraising reports for candidates in the four U.S. House districts. Also covered: most Iowa Democrats running for Congress dodged a reporter's question about Hakeem Jeffries, Iowa set to stay first on the GOP's 2028 presidential calendar, thoughts on the No Kings protests, and state revenues continuing on a downward trend.
Creators and Guests
Host
Laura Belin
Laura Belin has been called “probably the hardest-working — and perhaps the best — political reporter in the state” and “one of the best investigative reporters in the state.”
Host
Spencer Dirks
Spencer Dirks is a lifelong Iowan and has been the program director at KNIA/KRLS Radio in Knoxville for 15+ years. He also co-hosts a podcast called Iowa Revolution with Dr. Robert Leonard.
