Iowa Libertarian Party to hold 3rd District nominating convention after Battaglia ends campaign

By: Robin Opsahl

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: August 4, 2026

Words: 338

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

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The Libertarian Party of Iowa will hold a convention Sunday to nominate a new 3rd District candidate to appear on the November ballot after Libertarian Marco Battaglia ended his campaign.

The state party announced Monday Battaglia was ending his campaign because of a medical emergency.

“Our thoughts are with Marco and his family as they focus on his health and recovery,” Iowa Libertarian Party Chair Stephanie Berlin said in a statement. “Out of respect for …

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