Here is a statement from the Executive Director of the National Republican Senatorial Committee on today’s announcement by U.S. Senator Tom Harkin and the 2014 Iowa Senate race:

“Today’s announcement by Senator Harkin immediately vaults Iowa into the top tier of competitive Senate races next year. With Democrats already on defense in a number of key states such as West Virginia, Louisiana, South Dakota and others, there is no question that this is very troubling news for Harry Reid and his liberal friends in Washington.”

– Rob Collins, NRSC Executive Director