The midterm elections are approaching, and with control of Congress at stake, some key senate races nationwide will determine if Republicans can maintain control of the House and Senate or whether Democrats reclaim power in both chambers.

RELATED: Election 2026: What to know about the November midterm key races One of the senate races to watch during the November midterms is Iowa, and here's what you need to know ahead of the elections.

The backstory: Democrat Josh Turek, and Republican Ashley Hinson, are running for Iowa's U.S. Senate election.