Sand’s church, debt of Lahn’s running mate become latest flashpoints in governor’s race

CEDAR FALLS/CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — There’s three weeks to go until the Nov. 3 election, and both campaigns for governor are escalating their attacks.

Tuesday’s latest flashpoints centered on Republican lieutenant gubernatorial candidate Derek Wulf’s debt, and the church that Democratic candidate for governor Rob Sand attends.

Fox News reported Monday that the Des Moines church Sand has attended has hosted drag performances, invited a transgender guest pastor, and expressed support for abortion rights. GOP candidate for governor Zach Lahn told Iowa’s News Now those positions don’t reflect the beliefs of many Iowans.

I think that it’s very kind of divergent from the way Iowans believe,” Lahn said. “I think a lot of Iowans are surprised about it, but I really think the story speaks for itself.

Prior to speaking with reporters, Lahn was joined by U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley at an event in Cedar Falls…

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