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Democrats Achieve Major Victory in Iowa Senate Special Election, Breaking GOP Supermajority

In a stunning upset, Democrat Catelin Drey won a special election for the Iowa State Senate District 1, effectively dismantling the Republican supermajority in the state. Drey secured approximately 55% of the votes, flipping a district that previously supported Trump by a significant margin. This victory is seen as a pivotal moment for Iowa Democrats, marking a potential shift in the political landscape ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. With this win, Democrats are celebrating a key achievement as they aim to build momentum for future contests.
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