Conservative leader and President and CEO of The FAMiLY Leader Bob Vander Plaats today announced his endorsement of Adam Steen for Governor of Iowa, signaling a major boost for Steen’s grassroots movement and faith-based conservative coalition.
“Adam Steen is the kind of leader Iowa needs right now,” said Vander Plaats. “He is the candidate most ready to govern, has the worldview I’m looking for, and offers us the best chance to excite voters to save Iowa from Rob Sand in November. He is a man of faith, a proven businessman, and a bold conservative who understands what is at stake for families, churches, and our state. I am proud to stand with him and encourage Iowans across the state to join this movement to Keep Iowa Free.”
Steen, a pastor, entrepreneur, and conservative leader, welcomed the endorsement and emphasized the importance of uniting faith-driven conservatives ahead of the June primary.
“Bob Vander Plaats has been a bold champion for faith and conservative values in Iowa for decades,” said Steen. “I’m honored to have his endorsement, and together we’re going to activate conservatives across this state to win this race and defend the God-given freedoms that make Iowa strong. This is how we Keep Iowa Free.”
Steen made clear he intends to govern as a conservative ally of President Donald Trump and the national conservative movement while drawing a sharp contrast with establishment Republicans who have failed to lead.
“I will stand shoulder-to-shoulder with President Trump to secure the border, restore American energy dominance, protect Iowa farmers and small businesses, and push back against the radical woke agenda coming after our children,” Steen added. “Too many career politicians talk conservative in Iowa and govern like moderates in D.C. That ends with this campaign. Iowa will be a conservative firewall for the nation.”
Vander Plaats’ endorsement also signals a shift among influential conservative leaders who are rallying behind Steen’s grassroots movement. “I’m grateful Bob took a hard look at this race and recognized this campaign is where the conservative movement is headed,” Steen added. This race is about the future of Iowa, and conservatives are uniting behind a bold, unapologetic vision.”
The endorsement underscores growing momentum for Steen’s campaign, which has focused on strengthening families, protecting parental rights, defending life, supporting Iowa farmers and businesses, and standing firm against government overreach.
“This campaign is about more than winning an election,” Steen added. “It’s about building a movement that puts faith, family, and freedom first and ensures Iowa’s best days are still ahead.”
I was supporting Adam Steen but now that the man that thew Steve King under the bus in favor for Randy Feenstra is endorsing Adam I am having my doubts.