RELEASE: Gov. Reynolds issues statement on Sen. Joni Ernst not seeking re-election to U.S. Congress

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Governor Kim Reynolds ★ Lt. Governor Chris Cournoyer  

  
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Gov. Reynolds issues statement on Sen. Joni Ernst not seeking re-election to U.S. Congress

DES MOINES— Today, Governor Kim Reynolds issued the following statement after Sen. Joni Ernst announced she will not seek re-election for a third term in the U.S. Senate:   

“Joni is a dear friend who cares deeply about serving her fellow Iowans. Her years of dedicated public service in county, state, and federal government, as well as her distinguished military career, are a testament to her dedication to Iowa and our great country. Joni will be missed in Congress, and Kevin and I wish her and her family the best in this next chapter.” 

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