Libertarian Candidates Challenge Ballot Removal | Des Moines News

Two Libertarian candidates for Iowa governor and lieutenant governor are fighting to stay on the ballot after being removed for failing to submit a signed affidavit — a move they say was based on misleading advice from an election specialist. The candidates argue they were told the document wasn’t required, while the specialist denies ever receiving it or recalling Cutler’s presence. With the race heating up and election rules in Iowa known for frequent shifts, the judge’s upcoming ruling could reshape the contest — and raise questions about whether the Secretary of State should have recused himself from the decision-making panel. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6ef5a649cfb30dd0