Libertarian Thomas Laehn preparing to formally launch 2026 US Senate campaign on Oct. 11

Laehn will join a crowded U.S. Senate race featuring multiple Republicans and Democrats in the wake of U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst’s decision to retire.
Libertarian Thomas Laehn is preparing to announce his candidacy for Iowa’s 2026 U.S. Senate seat, saying Congress has ceded too much authority to the president.
“I think Congress has totally abdicat…