Rob Sand on Budget & Economy

	Rob Sand on Budget & Economy

Uncovered more than $29 million in misspent money

Since taking office, Rob has served as a trusted leader and government watchdog with a record of rooting out waste, fraud, and abuse, holding members of both parties accountable, and doing what's right for Iowans. In his first term as Auditor, Rob uncovered more waste, fraud, and abuse in a single term than any other State Auditor in Iowa history, and has uncovered more than $29 million in misspent money since taking office. Source: 2026 Iowa Gubernatorial campaign website RobSand.com , Sep 2, 2025

Iowans hurt by years of poor management of their tax dollars

State Auditor Rob Sand has released a warning regarding Iowa's current and future fiscal challenges. "It's only a matter of time before the fuse runs out and Iowans get burned by years of poor management of their tax dollars," said Sand. "Declining revenue, increased spending, and an over-reliance on one-time federal funds are setting the stage for a fiscal crisis in our state."

The state is experiencing a significant decline in revenue, which is expected to continue into 2026.

Source: KCRG News 9-ABC on 2026 Iowa Gubernatorial race , May 7, 2025

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