[DES MOINES, Iowa] — Jackie Norris, chair of the Des Moines Public Schools Board, has withdrawn from the race for Iowa's U.S. Senate seat.

Norris's candidacy faced scrutiny after the arrest of Ian Roberts, the former Des Moines superintendent, who was found to have discrepancies on his resume when hired.

In a statement on social media, Norris said she needs to concentrate on leading the Des Moines District Board.

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