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Open seat. Unopposed Democrat Kaitlyn Kemna Ausborn, an assistant county attorney, is the only candidate; no Republican filed. Incumbent Carlyle Dalen (D), whose term ends in 2026, is not seeking reelection, per the county's official candidate list and elected-officials roster.
Biography
Ausborn is an assistant Cerro Gordo County attorney who has prosecuted cases ranging from homicide and child pornography to OWIs, with a focus on domestic violence and sexual assault victims, per her campaign site. She is a Mason City native who earned degrees in history and political science from the University of Iowa and a law degree from Drake University Law School.
Top Priorities
- Supporting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through the justice process
- Pursuing justice with compassion, accountability and collaboration across agencies
Per the campaign site.
Questions about this race
Who is running for Cerro Gordo County Attorney in 2026?
One candidate is tracked for Cerro Gordo County Attorney on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Kaitlyn Kemna Ausborn. Candidate information follows official Cerro Gordo County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Cerro Gordo County Attorney election in Iowa?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Iowa are on the Iowa election hub at theballotbrief.com.
How do I see my exact Cerro Gordo County ballot?
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