Three sources confirmed to NOTUS that the Iowa senator plans to retire after this term.
Republican Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa will not seek reelection next year, three sources confirmed to NOTUS, opening up another competitive Senate race with an already crowded primary on the Democratic side.
CBS News first reported that Ernst was likely to opt out of running, citing sources close to the senator who said she always planned on serving only two terms.
Ernst’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
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