A secretive group recruited far-right candidates in key US House races. It could help Democrats
Joseph Wiederien speaks during an interview with The Associated Press, Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, in Des Moines, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Associated Press

Sep 16, 2024 9:52 AM - 2245 words

By RYAN J. FOLEY and BRIAN SLODYSKO Associated Press

 

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Joe Wiederien was an unlikely candidate to challenge a Republican congressman in one of the nation’s most competitive House districts.

A fervent supporter of former President Donald Trump

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