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Former President Donald Trump is interviewed by U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024 at Macomb Community College in Warren.

Uncertainty reigns among Iowa’s immigration nonprofits

Marandah Mangra-Dutcher, Managing Print Editor • November 7, 2024

Former President Donald Trump is expected to be the next president of the U.S. — which comes with drastic implications for immigration. One claim Trump touted on the campaign trail was the idea...

(Left) Democratic candidate for U.S. House Christina Bohannan speaks at a rally hosted by University Democrats at Iowa at the Iowa Memorial Union on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022. (Right), Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, speaks at a University of Iowa College Republicans’ hosted event in the Iowa Memorial Union’s North Room on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022. Miller-Meeks discussed abortion rights, college affordability, and energy production.

Iowa’s 1st Congressional District not yet called, but Miller-Meeks confident in victory

Mia O’Connor-Walker, Politics Reporter • November 6, 2024

With all 20 counties in Iowa’s 1st Congressional District reporting, U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, currently leads her opponent, Iowa City Democrat Christina Bohannan, by about 800 votes. The...

The Iowa House convenes during the first day of the 90th Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 9, 2023.

Statehouse Democrats lose seats, GOP expands trifecta

Liam Halawith, Elections Editor • November 6, 2024

Iowa statehouse Republicans have expanded an already iron-clad grip on a Republican trifecta after they gained three House seats and one Senate seat — though many races are tight, and a recount will...

Students line up to vote at Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning on Election Day in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. an essential role in the outcome. The Conservatory of Lifelong Learning is one of five major polling stations that support the campus community. As of 2023, Milwaukee's population is 561,385.

2024 election reaches second-highest voter turnout in the past century

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor • November 6, 2024

Voter turnout in this year’s presidential election is expected to close in on a record high set in 2020. Independent voters turned out in high volumes, passing Democratic voter participation.  Voters...

Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks displays the Des Moines Registers recent Selzer Poll at Riverside Casino & Golf Resort on Election Day in Riverside, Iowa on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. Republican Incumbent Miller-Meeks appeared to win the election for Iowa’s First Congressional District against Democratic Candidate Christina Bohannan in a close race Tuesday night.

Photos: Johnson County general and congressional watch parties

Emily Nyberg, Jordan Barry, and Ava Neumaier • November 6, 2024

Second-term Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Democrat Christina Bohannan faced off in a rematch for Iowa's first congressional district. Last night, local watch parties took place throughout...

Former President Donald Trump speaks during Trump’s Commit to Caucus Rally at Des Moines Area Community College in Newton, Iowa on Jan. 6, 2024. Donald Trump received the nomination at the Republican National Convention on Monday, July 15.

Donald Trump wins second term

Liam Halawith and Roxy Ekberg • November 6, 2024

Former President Donald Trump claims victory over Vice President Kamala Harris to become the 47th president of the United States. Trump beat Harris in a dead-heat race with pre-election polls showing the...

Community members cast their vote at Elkhorn City Hall on Election Day in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. In the U.S. General Election, Wisconsin is one of seven swing states, playing an essential role in the election outcome. As of 2023, Elkhorn has a population of 10,230 people. Elkhorn City Hall has been the polling location for City of Elkhorn residents since 2022, accommodating all size elections. Polls in the city hall opened at 7:00 a.m. and closed at 8:00 p.m.

Photos: Election Day in Wisconsin

Emma Calabro, Visuals Editor • November 6, 2024

WISCONSIN– Staff from The Daily Iowan traveled around Wisconsin on Tuesday to talk to voters and gauge priorities in the swing state. Staff attended three different polling locations in Elkhorn, Waukesha,...

U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks speaks at a Wilton Back The Blue Rally at Axe & Oak Whiskey House on Oct. 9. Alongside Miller-Meeks, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst and Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird spoke on the upcoming election.

Miller-Meeks declares victory in Iowa’s 1st Congressional District before official calls

Isabelle Foland and Mia O’Connor-Walker • November 6, 2024

In Iowa House District 1, incumbent U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, leads her Democrat opponent Christina Bohannan by less than one percentage point.  As of 1:50 a.m., the Associated Press...

A polling place is seen in First Baptist Church of Fairburn during Election Day in Fairburn, Ga., on Nov. 5, 2024. Georgia is one of the predominant swing states that will help determine who wins the U.S. General Election. Voters spoke with The Daily Iowan about thoughts on candidates and deciding policy measures that ultimately led to them to vote for their choice.

Georgia turns out to the polls on Election Day, state goes to Trump

Liam Halawith, Elections Editor • November 6, 2024

ATLANTA — Georgia voters turned out to the polls in droves on Election Day, and former President Donald Trump is projected to take the state’s 16 electoral college votes. The state was called for...

University of Iowa Students vote at Catlett Residence Hall in Iowa City during Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. Iowa polls were open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Democrat incumbents win out in JoCo Iowa House and Senate races

Grace Olson, News Editor • November 6, 2024

As of early Wednesday morning, the state of Iowa had unofficially called all Iowa Senate and House of Representative races in Johnson County.  There was one Senate race in Iowa Senate District 46,...

A volunteer at Elkhorn City Hall holds up an informational sign on Election Day in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. As of 2023, Elkhorn has a population of 10,230 people. Elkhorn City Hall has been the polling location for City of Elkhorn residents as of 2022, accommodating all size elections. Polls in the city hall opened at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m.

UI alums notice closed political dialogue in Wisconsin

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor • November 6, 2024

MILWAUKEE — For the 2024 election cycle, University of Iowa alumni Sara Tomilin placed a political bumper sticker on her car, even though she typically avoids outwardly signaling her politics.  Although...

Attendees watch the televised news during an electoral map watch party in the Iowa Memorial Union on Election Day in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. The watch party was organized by community organization Hawk The Vote, and had a turnout of over 300 students.

Election night brings anxiety and unity among UI students

Evan Watson and Emma Jane • November 6, 2024

As election results rolled in, so did University of Iowa students and community members, joining Hawk The Vote’s watch party to celebrate civic engagement. UI organization Hawk The Vote — the...

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