Wes Benedict, a former state director for the Robert F. Kennedy Jr. presidential campaign and two-time Executive Director of the Libertarian Party, has proposed four specific requests for Kennedy to pursue if he is confirmed as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services next week.…
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LNC Chair Condemns Trump Proposal to Take Over Gaza
Libertarian National Committee Chair Steven Nekhaila has strongly condemned President Donald Trump’s recent proposal for the United States to take control of the Gaza Strip and forcibly relocate its Palestinian residents.…
Former Rep. Justin Amash Appointed to FIRE Advisory Council
Former Michigan Congressman Justin Amash has been named to the advisory board of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, a nonprofit organization dedicated to defending free speech and civil liberties.…
Libertarian Party of New York Condemns Trump’s Proposal for U.S. Control of Gaza
The Libertarian Party of New York has condemned President Donald Trump’s recent proposal for the United States to take control of the Gaza Strip, calling it an unconstitutional power grab and a reckless escalation of American interventionism.…
Constitution Party to Hold Spring National Committee Meeting in New Hampshire
Members of the Constitution Party National Committee will gather in New Hampshire this April for the party’s Spring National Committee meeting. According to information provided by the party, the meeting is scheduled for April 25 and 26.…
Green Party Warns of “Cyber-Coup” Tied to Elon Musk and Members of the Department of Government Efficiency
The Green Party of the United States issued a strong warning on Tuesday about what it describes as a “government cyber-coup” involving Elon Musk and members of the Department of Government Efficiency.…
Green Party of Pennsylvania Elects New Leadership at Annual State Committee Meeting
The Green Party of Pennsylvania has elected new leadership following its annual State Committee meeting last month. Delegates chose several new members to serve on the party’s Steering Committee, as well as a new co-chair and secretary.…
Pacific Green Party of Oregon Elects New Steering Committee Members at 2025 Winter Convention
The Pacific Green Party of Oregon has elected four new members to its State Coordinating Committee following its remote 2025 Winter Convention last month. Several vacancies existed on the committee prior to the convention.…
LNC Region 1 Representative Steps Down After State Party Chairs Request Resignation
Adam Haman stepped down as the Region 1 Representative on the Libertarian National Committee over the weekend, reportedly following a request from a majority of the region’s state party chairs.…
Libertarian National Committee Elects Steven Nekhaila as Chair, Paul Darr as Vice Chair
Members of the Libertarian National Committee selected Steven Nekhaila as Chair and Paul Darr as Vice Chair during a meeting over the weekend. The party later announced the leadership change on social media, stating that additional information, statements, and a formal announcement would be forthcoming.…
February 2025 Monthly News Open Thread
Since its founding, Independent Political Report has hosted a Monthly Open Thread. This ongoing practice gives readers a dedicated space to share news tips, opinion pieces, and articles on topics related to third parties, independent candidates and movements, ballot access, and other issues relevant to our primary focus.…
Libertarian National Committee Vice Chair Candidate Withdraws from Consideration
A motion to appoint Jonathan McGee as Vice Chair of the Libertarian National Committee was terminated this week following McGee’s decision to withdraw his name from consideration.…