

Compare the candidates' live odds, polling averages and fundraising. Updated .
| Candidate | Live odds | Poll average | Funds raised |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48% | 41.0% | $1.63M | |
| 47% | 39.0% | $1.94M |
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Iowa’s 2nd District is an open House seat after Ashley Hinson entered the Senate race. Early fundraising favored Republican Joe Mitchell over the Democratic field. Recent coverage has not added new polling or results for this district, so the race remains hard to read. The open seat keeps the race uncertain, but Mitchell’s early fundraising may give Republicans a modest early edge. There is not enough new district-specific evidence here to shift the market sharply.
Polling results and averages based on polls published between Apr 13, 2026 and Jul 19, 2026.


Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Campaign finance totals for the 2026 cycle, including money raised, spent and cash on hand.
J. MitchellJoe Mitchell
L. JamesLindsay JamesSource: FEC
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