Hinson Campaigns for Senate Seat with 99-County Tour Stop

Republican Congresswoman Ashley Hinson visits small Iowa farms to discuss agriculture policy.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 12:18am

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U.S. Senate candidate Ashley Hinson, a Republican Congresswoman from Iowa's 1st District, made a campaign stop in Adams County on Wednesday as part of her 99-county tour of the state. Hinson met with local farmers to discuss issues like relief for small and mid-size farm operations, beef industry regulation, and foreign interference in U.S. agriculture.

Why it matters

Hinson's 99-county tour is a long-standing tradition for Iowa political candidates, allowing them to connect directly with voters in every corner of the state. As a Republican running for the Senate seat currently held by Democrat Joni Ernst, Hinson's visit to the small but politically important Adams County highlights her efforts to appeal to rural and agricultural voters.

The details

During her stop at the Gaesser Farm, Hinson talked with area farmers about a range of policy issues impacting the agriculture industry. She discussed the need for more relief and support for small and mid-size farm operations, regulation challenges in the beef sector, and concerns over foreign interference and influence in the U.S. farming industry, particularly from China.

  • Hinson visited Adams County on Wednesday, April 2, 2026.
  • She is continuing her 99-county tour with stops in Hamilton, Wright and Humboldt Counties on Thursday.

The players

Ashley Hinson

A Republican Congresswoman from Iowa's 1st District who is running for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Joni Ernst.

Joni Ernst

The current U.S. Senator from Iowa, a Republican.

Mike Naig

The Iowa Secretary of Agriculture.

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What they’re saying

“Adams County is the smallest county in Iowa but Hinson says that does not stop her from visiting it and all 99.”

— Ashley Hinson, U.S. Senate Candidate

“Meanwhile, Republican leadership in the House and Senate have announced they have a way to fund the Department of Homeland Security so Hinson could have to return to Washington D.C. next week for a vote which she welcomes.”

— Ashley Hinson, U.S. Senate Candidate

What’s next

Hinson will continue her 99-county tour on Thursday with stops in Hamilton, Wright and Humboldt Counties after attending the Legislative Prayer Breakfast in Des Moines.

The takeaway

Hinson's 99-county tour is a long-standing tradition for Iowa political candidates, allowing them to directly connect with voters in every part of the state. As a Republican running for the Senate, Hinson's visit to the small but politically important Adams County highlights her efforts to appeal to rural and agricultural voters who will be crucial in the upcoming election.