DES MOINES, Iowa —

U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra is officially entering the race for governor of Iowa.

Feenstra, a Republican who represents Iowa's 4th Congressional District, officially launched his campaign Tuesday. He had previously announced an exploratory committee in the spring .

The position opened up for Republican candidates after incumbent Gov. Kim Reynolds announced she would not seek a third term in 2026 .

Feenstra has already garnered support from high-profile Iowa Republicans , including U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst, U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer.

“I’m excited to officially launch our campaign to take Iowa to new heights. Born and raised in the small community of Hull, I learned hard work at a young age, and I want to take a workhorse mentality

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