Republican Joe Mitchell, Democratic state Rep. Lindsay James spar in 2nd District debate

By: Robin Opsahl

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: October 2, 2026

Words: 594

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

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Iowa Rep. Lindsay James, a Dubuque Democrat, and Republican Joe Mitchell traded barbs about one another’s backgrounds and positions in a Thursday debate.

The two candidates faced off in a debate hosted by Iowa’s News Now as they seek the 2nd Congressional District seat currently held by U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson, who is running for U.S. Senate this year. There are two other candidates on the ballot in the 2nd District race — independent candidate …

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