State Senator District 23 in Iowa State Senate District 23, Iowa

2026 Primary Election

• Mike Bousselot — Incumbent Iowa State Senator in Ankeny, IA

  Mike Bousselot is a Republican State Senator for Iowa's 21st District, with a term ending January 2027. He seeks re-election for District 23 in the June 2026 primary. An experienced public servant, Bousselot advised and served as chief of staff for former Governor Terry Branstad, later appointed Budget Director and Director of the Iowa Department of Management by Governor Kim Reynolds. He also served in the Iowa House. Holding degrees in accounting and law, he worked in finance, agriculture, and real estate. Originally from Davenport, he lives in Ankeny with his wife, Holly, and is active in his community.

• Wes Enos — Deputy Chief of Staff in Bondurant, IA

  Wes Enos, a Republican, is a lifelong resident of Eastern Polk County and a nearly 20-year resident of Bondurant, running for the Iowa State Senate District 23 primary in 2026. With a background serving on the Bondurant City Council and as Chairman of the Polk County Republican Party, he currently serves as Deputy Chief of Staff to Congressman Zach Nunn. Enos's campaign focuses on protecting property rights, property tax reform, supporting law enforcement, government accountability, and advocating for congressional term limits. He is running to be a strong, conservative voice for his community, working to improve affordability and security for working families.

• Tony Thompson — Business owner in IA

  Anthony "Tony" Thompson is a Democratic candidate for the Iowa State Senate, District 23, in the 2026 primary election. Born in Des Moines, Iowa, he holds a bachelor's degree from Cornell College and a Ph.D. from Blekinge Institute of Technology. His career includes business ownership, working with sustainability and data, and fostering local food markets on his family's farm. He is running to ensure Iowa remains a place where future generations can thrive. His platform emphasizes strong families, communities, and futures, focusing on supporting small businesses, public education, vocational training, sustainable energy, agriculture, affordable healthcare, infrastructure, and fair wages.