A new poll conducted by Suffolk University shows Democratic candidates holding leads in two major Iowa races. In the gubernatorial contest, the Democratic candidate, Sand, is polling with a 12-point advantage over Republican opponent Lahn.

In the separate race for the U.S. Senate, Democratic candidate Josh Turek is polling at 48 percent, while his opponent, Representative Ashley Hinson, trails at 44 percent. This represents a 4-point lead for Turek among those surveyed if the election were held on the day of the poll.

While the poll provides a snapshot of voter preference, it is important to note that polling data represents a specific moment in time and does not necessarily predict the final outcome of the upcoming elections. The report highlights a shift in momentum for Democratic candidates in a state that has trended Republican in recent election cycles. The Hill's coverage focuses on these specific margins, though it does not provide extensive context regarding the methodology or the margin of error for the survey.