Benjamin Olsen

Benjamin Olsen is a Democratic candidate running for the Iowa House of Representatives to represent District 48 in the 2026 primary election. A native of Iowa, he grew up in McCallsburg, in Northern Story County, and now resides in Ames, which is part of District 48. Olsen attended public schools in Iowa, earning an associate's degree in science from Des Moines Area Community College in 2020, and a bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering from Iowa State University in 2025. His career experience includes working as an engineer. He is actively campaigning for the nomination, engaging with potential voters through door-to-door visits, social media ads, local paper advertisements, and candidate meet-and-greets.