DES MOINES, Iowa (Gray Media Iowa State Capitol Bureau) — Vice President J.D. Vance only spoke for about 20 minutes on a makeshift stage at a Des Moines manufacturing facility. But his visit on Wednesday can bring a two-fold political presence for both U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn (R-Ankeny) and himself.<\/p>\n
Nunn, who has representated Iowa\u2019s 3rd District for two terms, is once again facing a re-election challenge that could determine whether Republicans can hold their slim majority in the U.S. House. <\/p>\n
He faces state Senator Sarah Trone Garriott (D-West Des Moines), a minister and food advocate, who has built her political reputation by winning legislative districts that Republicans have won in other races. <\/p>\n
Vance\u2019s visit on Nunn\u2019s behalf on Wednesday can help engage supporters of President Donald Trump in the 2026 election. Trump has easily won three straight general elections in election, a unique feat demonstrating his ability to draw new voters to the polls. <\/p>\n
But Trump isn\u2019t on the ballot this year, so keeping his supporters engaged this election could be critical for Nunn as Democrats have higher hopes for their chances this year.<\/p>\n
Vance\u2019s appearance in Iowa also stirs speculation about his own future as he could eye a 2028 presidential run, a likely choice for a vice president serving under a president who is now serving his second term.<\/p>\n
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