"The Unexpected Rise: Trump's Surprising Iowa Surge"

Former President Donald Trump is surging in Iowa, expanding his lead over Republican rivals and topping 50% support for the first time, according to a recent poll by J. Ann Selzer. Trump's support remains strong among his backers, while his closest GOP rivals, such as Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis, are struggling to gain momentum. Trump's surge is particularly notable among first-time caucus-goers, with 63% support. Despite the unpredictable nature of the Iowa caucuses, if Trump maintains these numbers, he could gain significant momentum for the GOP nomination. Trump's campaign has focused on digital outreach and organization, targeting a list of 200,000 Iowans who have shown support for him in the past.