Angela McArdle
Angela McArdle is the former Chair of the Libertarian National Committee (2022–2025) and the current Chair of the national Mises Caucus. A co-founder of Rage Against The War Machine and Rescue The Republic, she is also a two-time congressional candidate for California’s 34th District.
McArdle is widely recognized for her pivotal role in securing the release of Ross Ulbricht. Notably, she extended a controversial invite to Pres. Donald Trump to speak at the 2024 Libertarian National Convention, where he committed to pardoning Ulbricht—a promise fulfilled immediately following his election. During a highly contentious period leading the Libertarian Party, McArdle navigated intense internal divisions, built coalitions with the anti-war left, and spearheaded a joint fundraising agreement with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., all while facing significant political opposition—including personal threats and legal challenges from left-libertarian critics. Following Ulbricht’s freedom, she has dedicated herself to championing the release of other crypto prisoners, like Ian Freeman and Samourai Wallet developer Keonne Rodriguez.