Iowa U.S. Senate Candidates to Participate in Live Television Debate
Fox 18 and other Iowa television stations will broadcast a live debate between Republican nominee Ashley Hinson and Democratic nominee Josh Turek for the U.S. Senate seat.
Davenport Rock Island Moline, IA, September 23, 2026 — The Republican and Democratic nominees vying for a U.S. Senate seat in Iowa are scheduled to participate in a live televised debate. The event will be broadcast by Fox 18 and other television stations across the state, offering voters an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates.
The debate will feature Ashley Hinson, the Republican nominee, and Josh Turek, the Democratic nominee. Both candidates are seeking to represent Iowa in the U.S. Senate. The specific date and time for the broadcast were not immediately available.
This televised event is intended to provide a platform for the candidates to discuss their platforms, policy positions, and visions for Iowa and the nation. Viewers will be able to observe the candidates respond to questions and engage with each other on key issues pertinent to the upcoming election.
Further details regarding the debate’s format, moderators, and specific broadcast times are expected to be announced. The participation of Fox 18 alongside other Iowa television stations indicates a broad effort to ensure statewide accessibility for the event.
Story summarized from the original created by Chris Berg on www.ourquadcities.com, see more information here.
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