Gov. Kim Reynolds released the following video message to the people of Iowa announcing she will not seek a third term:
You can view the full video message here.
In the video message, Gov. Reynolds says:
“Serving as your governor has been the greatest honor of my life—an opportunity that, not so long ago, I never could have imagined.
When I first entered public service in the Clarke County treasurer’s office, I never expected that one day I would have the privilege of leading this great state.
And I never would have imagined the things we would accomplish together.
But Iowa is a place where anything is possible, and I am forever grateful for the trust you have placed in me.
Today, I want to share a personal decision with you; one that was not made lightly, but comes with a full heart and a deep sense of gratitude.
After a lot of thought, prayer, and conversations with my family, I have decided that I will not seek re-election in 2026.
This wasn’t an easy decision, because I love this state and I love serving you. But, when my term ends, I will have had the privilege of serving as your governor for almost 10 years. And before that, as lieutenant governor and state senator.
This public service has been an incredible journey—one I wouldn’t trade for anything, but as Iowans know family is everything.
Through the years, my parents and my husband Kevin, our daughters, and our grandchildren have stood by my side, supporting me through every challenge and every victory.
Now, it’s time for me to be there for them. To help them through the next stage of life. To watch every track meet and basketball game; to see them grow before they’re all grown.
That doesn’t mean I’m slowing down just yet. I’ll be working hard for you every single day until my term ends.
We have important work ahead—keeping our economy strong, supporting our families and farmers, defending our freedoms, and ensuring every Iowan has the opportunity to succeed.
I’m more energized than ever to finish what we started and to leave Iowa in the strongest possible position for the future.
And speaking of the future, I have no doubt that Iowa and our Republican Party will remain in great hands.
Together, we have built a foundation of strong conservative leadership that will continue to serve this state well. I’ve seen firsthand the passion and dedication of so many leaders, and I am confident that the next generation will continue to build on our success.
Iowa is a special place and it’s because of our people and values. The hard work, resilience, and the sense of community that define us—that is what makes Iowa exceptional.
To all of you who have supported me, pushed me, and worked alongside me— a heartfelt thank you.
I could not have done this without you. Iowans have placed their trust in me, and I have done my best to honor that trust every day.
The road ahead is bright, and I will always be cheering for this state and its people.
Thank you, Iowa. God bless you, and God bless the great state of Iowa.”
Please Governor don’t leave!!!!!! We need you Governor but if you do help BRENNA or another STRONG MAGA supporter in your place, I prefer you just STAY.
The Governor knew she would be defeated if she tried to run in 2026. Like many Democratic governors, Reynolds attempted to outlaw President Trump’s Short-Term Medical (STM) plan in 2019 but was unsuccessful. Instead, she and Randy Feenstra, an Obamacare sales manager for ISB, granted Farm Bureau, a Blue Cross agency, the right to sell “non-insurance” to farmers without job coverage. Come on, this is unbelievable!
I have sent dozens of emails to Governor Reynolds and her staff, explaining that poor teachers across Iowa suffer to pay $1,400 monthly to insure one child. Sioux City schools offer United Healthcare to teachers for $980 monthly for one child, but the liberal press refuses to report it.
The Governor knew that her defense of the Blue Cross Monopoly wouldn’t succeed after yesterday’s Congressional vote to cut $880 billion from the budget. This would directly impact Medicaid, which covers half of Iowa’s rural children. A storm is coming!
Obamacare’s mandates have resulted in small employers not offering health insurance to employees. Iowa communities are full of small employers and uninsured Iowans, so Medicaid is everywhere. That’s fine with Blue Cross because they dominate the Obamacare exchanges, too.
Senator Joni Ernst, along with 30 Republican Senators, cosponsored the Protect Act of 2019, which prohibits low-cost, medically underwritten health insurance similar to Obamacare. All elected Republicans in Iowa now support Obamacare, yet not one news outlet reports the truth! The Iowa Standard doesn’t make a dime from Blue Cross, yet they protect this deadly monopoly. It’s unfathomable that after six years, the public isn’t informed!
Blue Cross bribes politicians with more money than any other company. They have earned trillions since World War II, taking premiums from employees that they lose with cancer due to the high COBRA costs. For instance, a single-parent mother who is an Iowa state employee pays $470 monthly to insure one child. However, if she is diagnosed with ovarian cancer, her premiums surge to over $ 2,400 monthly when she is bald and has no income. This situation is too complicated for news editors to comprehend, leading to millions who have died or gone bankrupt.
Governor Reynolds knows that the Blue Cross health insurance nightmare will soon end because it is impossible to continue the expensive deception, and she will be replaced.
If the freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent, we may be led, like sheep, to the slaughter. — George Washington
If the press refuses to inform, then dumb and silent, we may be led like sheep to the slaughter. — Me