In Iowa’s 1st Congressional District, two Republican candidates are competing for their party’s nomination. Incumbent Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks and challenger David Pautsch are both emphasizing key conservative priorities as they seek to represent southeastern Iowa, including the Quad Cities, Keokuk, Iowa City, and Indianola.

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, who has served in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2021, is campaigning to retain her seat. With a background as an Iowa State Senator from 2018 to 2020, Miller-Meeks brings legislative experience to her campaign. She is a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, where she chairs the Subcommittee on Health. Her platform includes securing the southern border, protecting ethanol production, lowering drug costs, and supporting veterans. Additionally, she has expressed support for President Donald Trump’s Working Family Tax Cuts Act.

David Pautsch

David Pautsch, an Army veteran and business owner from Davenport, is challenging Miller-Meeks for the nomination. Known for founding the Annual Quad Cities Prayer Breakfast, Pautsch describes himself as a “100% pro-life, Constitutional, MAGA Republican.” His campaign focuses on securing both the southern and northern U.S. borders, defending anti-abortion policies, supporting farmers, and protecting Second Amendment rights. Pautsch has also voiced intentions to address what he considers fraudulent results of the 2020 election, seeking to “legally correct” related actions taken by President Joe Biden.

The primary election will determine who will represent the Republican Party in the general election for Iowa’s 1st Congressional District, a region with a strong focus on family values and individual liberties.

Original reporting: WQAD (Quad Cities) — read the source article.