U.S. Senate confirms longtime Iowa Sheriff Robert Rotter as U.S. Marshal for Northern District of Iowa

WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTTC) – On Monday, the U.S. Senate reportedly confirmed Robert Rotter, who is a longtime sheriff in Iowa County, as U.S. Marshal for the Northern District of Iowa.

Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) had recommended Rotter for the job and successfully advanced his nomination through the Judiciary Committee in March.

Rotter’s confirmation was part of a larger nominations package of 49 executive nominees. His confirmation reportedly passed by a vote of 46-43, along with 21 fellow nominees that Grassley advanced through the Judiciary Committee.

Prior to his confirmation, Rotter was serving his fifth term as the Sheriff of Iowa County and had served in Iowa’s state and local government for more than 30 years.

“Sheriff Rotter is a familiar face in Iowa County,” Sen. Grassley said. “He’s bravely served for over three decades in both state and local law enforcement. Sheriff Rotter’s unwavering commitment to the people of Iowa is commendable. I’m sure he’ll bring the same level of dedication to his new role as U.S. Marshal.”

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