DES MOINES, Iowa – Senator Joni Ernst is nearing the end of her second term, and it appears there won't be a third. Multiple sources, including the Associated Press, are reporting that Ernst will announce she is not running for re-election next month.

The senator has not responded to a request for comment.

Ernst took office in 2014, fueled by the campaign motto, "Make 'Em squeal." Ernst defeated Democratic Congressman Bruce Braley to win her first term, and Theresa Greenfield to win her second.

When originally running for Senate, Ernst told voters she only intended to serve two terms. She was asked about the possibility of a third earlier this month at the Iowa state fair.

"Well, I will tell you, no announcement today, but here in the next several weeks we'll have an announcement," sai

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