Turek says he’s ‘happy’ Iowa Republicans joined his push for diesel export pause

By: Robin Opsahl

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: September 21, 2026

Words: 970

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

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Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Josh Turek said Monday he was happy to see Iowa Republicans, including his opponent, Republican Ashley Hinson, join his call to take steps to lower diesel costs.

Fuel costs have gone up nationwide because of the U.S. war with Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a major trade route for petroleum. In Iowa, diesel costs are at a record high, sitting at $6.31 per gallon, according to …

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