Republicans are swiftly coalescing around Rep. Ashley Hinson’s bid for the U.S. Senate in Iowa, aiming to avoid a bruising GOP primary and protect the red-leaning seat as Democrats eye potential pickups, Politico reported.

Republicans are wasting no time lining up behind Hinson as she launches her campaign to succeed retiring Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst. Party leaders see unity around Hinson as key to keeping the seat in Republican hands and thwarting Democrat ambitions in 2026.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune and National Republican Senatorial Committee Chair Tim Scott endorsed Hinson on Friday, just days after she entered the race. The backing underscores her standing as a rising star in the party and a close ally of President Donald Trump.

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