Trump Wins Iowa Caucus with Cost-Effective Campaign

DeSantis and Haley Spend More Per Vote, Securing Second and Third Place Respectively

Former President Donald Trump won the Iowa Caucus, spending approximately $328 per vote, with a total campaign and super PAC spending of around $18.5 million.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, despite extensive campaigning and endorsements, spent nearly $1,500 per vote, with a total campaign and super PAC spending of approximately $35.06 million, but only secured second place.
Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley's campaign and super PAC spent about $1,760 per vote, securing her third place in the caucus.
DeSantis' second-place finish by a margin of 2,335 votes over Haley likely ensures the race for the GOP nomination remains a three-way contest until at least Super Tuesday.
Despite the high spending, the Iowa caucus saw a record-low turnout of approximately 110,000 people.