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Ashley Hinson addresses political risks of Iran war, says conflict must end quickly

Tom Barton Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau
Jun 4, 2026
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Iowa Republican U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson sought Tuesday to clarify remarks first reported by Politico that a prolonged war with Iran could become a political liability for Republicans, saying her concern is ensuring the conflict ends quickly while preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.

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Iowa Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ashley Hinson smiles as she casts her vote Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the Linn-Mar Educational Leadership Center in Marion.
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Iowa Republican U.S. Senate candidate and U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson speaks with reporters Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Marion after voting in the primary election.
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U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson speaks with reporters outside of the Linn-Mar Educational Leadership Center in Marion on Tuesday, June 2, 2026,. Hinson is running for Iowa’s open U.S. Senate seat.
Savannah Blake, Cedar Rapids Gazette

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