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Derek Merrin Wins Republican Primary for Ohio's 9th Congressional District

Derek Merrin has won the Republican primary for Ohio's 9th Congressional District, setting up a general election rematch against incumbent Democratic Representative Marcy Kaptur. The district was recently redrawn to lean more Republican, making this one of the most competitive House races in the country.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of the November general election in this district will influence the balance of power in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Key Facts

  • Derek Merrin won the Republican primary for Ohio's 9th Congressional District.
  • The general election will be a rematch between Derek Merrin and incumbent Marcy Kaptur.
  • Marcy Kaptur has held the seat since 1983 and is the longest-serving woman in Congress.
  • The 9th District was redrawn in October 2025 to lean more Republican.
  • In the 2024 election, Merrin lost to Kaptur by approximately 2,400 votes.
  • The Cook Political Report currently rates the district as a toss-up.
  • Merrin defeated four other GOP primary candidates: Josh Williams, Madison Sheahan, Anthony Campbell, and Alea Nadeem.

Who's Mentioned

personAlea Nadeem“Air Force veteran and primary candidate.”locationOhio's 9th Congressional District“The electoral district subject to the primary and upcoming general election.”personDerek Merrin“Winner of the Republican primary for Ohio's 9th District.”organizationNational Republican Campaign Committee“National organization targeting the 9th District for a Republican win.”personAnthony Campbell“Health care data scientist and primary candidate.”organizationCook Political Report“Political analysis group that rated the district a toss-up.”personJosh Williams“State Representative and primary candidate.”personMadison Sheahan“Former ICE official and primary candidate.”personMarcy Kaptur“Incumbent Democratic Representative for Ohio's 9th District.”