Miller-Meeks Wins Reelection in Iowa

Republican Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks has secured her reelection in Iowa's 1st Congressional District after a recount confirmed her narrow victory over Democrat Christina Bohannan by less than 1,000 votes. This win ensures that the GOP retains control of all four congressional seats in Iowa, reinforcing their slim majority in the U.S. House. Miller-Meeks, who first entered Congress in 2021, had previously won her seat in 2020 by just six votes and faced a competitive rematch against Bohannan, who campaigned on progressive issues. The recount was requested by Bohannan and funded by the state due to the close margin, which was less than one percentage point. Despite accusations from Miller-Meeks’ campaign that Bohannan was wasting taxpayer resources, the recount process was accepted by both sides. This election outcome reflects Iowa's shift towards Republican dominance, contrasting its previous status as a swing state under Obama.