Who Is Running in Iowa Congressional District 3rd in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Zach Nunn
(Incumbent)Economy
HighZach Nunn voted for the Working Families Tax Cut, which reduces taxes on tips, aiming for workers to retain more of their earnings. He supports tariffs as a tool to hold trade offenders accountable, citing issues like Canadian dairy tariffs and Russian sanctions, but ultimately advocates for reducing overall tariffs to zero. Nunn also stated that artificial intelligence can be a significant benefit for job growth.
Immigration
HighZach Nunn advocates for secure borders, emphasizing that this is a bipartisan issue, and believes effective legislation requires an administration willing to enforce it. He supports immigration reform that offers an expedited path for those seeking to immigrate legally, while also advocating for cooperation between local and federal law enforcement to address illegal border crossings. He expresses concerns about undocumented immigrants accessing services and criticizes 'sanctuary areas' for being hostile to federal law enforcement.
Healthcare
HighZach Nunn opposes the Affordable Care Act (ACA), aiming to repeal it. However, he voted to extend enhanced federal health care tax credits to ensure Iowans can afford care during a transition. He also voted for a federal budget package that included significant reductions to Medicaid funding. Nunn's legislative focus includes protecting rural Iowa hospitals, expanding telehealth access, and strengthening maternal health care.
Democratic Candidate
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| Issue | Zach Nunn |
|---|---|
| Economy | Zach Nunn voted for the Working Families Tax Cut, which reduces taxes on tips, aiming for workers to retain more of their earnings. He supports tariffs as a tool to hold trade offenders accountable, citing issues like Canadian dairy tariffs and Russian sanctions, but ultimately advocates for reducing overall tariffs to zero. Nunn also stated that artificial intelligence can be a significant benefit for job growth. High |
| Immigration | Zach Nunn advocates for secure borders, emphasizing that this is a bipartisan issue, and believes effective legislation requires an administration willing to enforce it. He supports immigration reform that offers an expedited path for those seeking to immigrate legally, while also advocating for cooperation between local and federal law enforcement to address illegal border crossings. He expresses concerns about undocumented immigrants accessing services and criticizes 'sanctuary areas' for being hostile to federal law enforcement. High |
| Healthcare | Zach Nunn opposes the Affordable Care Act (ACA), aiming to repeal it. However, he voted to extend enhanced federal health care tax credits to ensure Iowans can afford care during a transition. He also voted for a federal budget package that included significant reductions to Medicaid funding. Nunn's legislative focus includes protecting rural Iowa hospitals, expanding telehealth access, and strengthening maternal health care. High |
| Climate & Energy | Zach Nunn has a conservative voting record on environmental issues. He received a 3% score from the League of Conservation Voters in 2025 and an 8% score in 2023. He voted to pass the PERMIT Act, which limits the Clean Water Act and permits unregulated discharge of pesticides and agricultural stormwater, and has also voted in favor of cuts to EPA funding. He threatened to block a funding package without an agreement for year-round E15 sales. Medium |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Zach Nunn identifies as pro-life, stating he supports exceptions for abortion in cases of the life of the mother, rape, and incest. He opposes a federal ban on abortion, asserting that policy decisions should be determined at the state level. His campaign manager also indicated he has advocated for access to contraceptives and IVF. Medium |
| Foreign Policy | Zach Nunn supports aggressive sanctions against Russia, introducing the "Peace Act" to implement what he describes as the toughest sanctions in history. He also voted to pass the Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act for 2026. Nunn has expressed a view that Congress should lead on tariffs, voting against a bill that would have stripped the president of unilateral tariff powers, while also advocating for holding trade offenders accountable. High |
| Education | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Gun Policy | Zach Nunn voted in favor of the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA) Reform Act and the Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act. His voting record indicates support for legislation related to gun policy. He has received an endorsement from Donald Trump, who stated Nunn is committed to fighting for the Second Amendment. Medium |
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