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Bob
Latta

Bob Latta is the Republican incumbent U.S. Representative for Ohio's 5th Congressional District, serving since 2007.

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Opponents Brian A. Shaver D+ 1 more Compare race →

Background

Bob Latta is the Republican U.S. Representative for Ohio's 5th Congressional District, a position he has held since 2007. He is a lifelong resident of Northwest Ohio and is based in Bowling Green, Ohio. 16

Before serving in Congress, Latta held several state and local offices. He served as a Wood County Commissioner (elected 1990), an Ohio State Senator (elected 1996), and an Ohio State Representative (elected 2000). The congressional directory describes his professional background as "legislator; lawyer." 46

Latta earned a B.A. in History from Bowling Green State University in 1978 and a J.D. from the University of Toledo College of Law in 1981. 6

He is the incumbent candidate in the November 3, 2026 general election for Ohio's 5th Congressional District. 17

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 5, Ohio
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative, Ohio's 5th Congressional District
Website
lattaforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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Timeline

  1. Oct 9
    news
    Latta delivers keynote on autonomous vehicles and SELF DRIVE Act at Ohio Chamber Future Forum

    Latta gave a keynote address at an Ohio Chamber of Commerce Future Forum in East Liberty focused on autonomous vehicles and federal safety standards. He advocated for a federal framework, highlighted the proposed SELF DRIVE Act, and addressed safety demonstrations, a national crash-reporting database, and preservation of state authority over traffic laws and insurance.

    Press Release: Bob Latta Delivers Keynote on Autonomous ... · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 6
    news
    Early voting begins in Ohio; all three District 5 candidates appear on Seneca County ballot

    Early voting in Ohio began around October 6. The Advertiser-Tribune's Seneca County ballot listing confirmed Latta (R), Shaver (D), and Veloff (L) as the three candidates for U.S. House District 5.

    What's on the ballot · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Sep 25
    news
    Latta commends DOE funding for Ohio electric grid upgrades

    Latta issued a statement commending Department of Energy funding directed at upgrading Ohio's electric grid.

    Bob Latta Commends DOE Funding for Ohio Electric Grid ... · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 25
    endorsement
    U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorses Rep. Bob Latta for Ohio's 5th District

    The U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Latta, saying it supports candidates whose policies promote innovation, economic growth, and business and worker opportunity.

    U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Bob Latta for Ohio's Fifth District · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 17
    news
    Latta applauds House passage of the Ratepayer Protection Act

    Latta issued a statement praising House passage of the Ratepayer Protection Act, saying the measure was intended to prevent existing electricity customers from bearing costs associated with data centers. Opponent Shaver criticized Latta's energy-policy record and his campaign contributions from energy companies.

    Press Release: Bob Latta Applauds House Passage of Ratepayer Protection Act | Stock News · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Jul 15
    filing
    Latta files Q2 FEC report showing $211,400 raised and $1 million cash on hand

    Latta's second-quarter FEC filing, due July 15, reported $211,400 raised, $102,200 spent, and approximately $1 million cash on hand for the period. Opponent Shaver had $8,742 and Veloff reported no fundraising.

    Press Release: Bob Latta Delivers Keynote on Autonomous ... · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. May 5
    filing
    Latta runs unopposed in Republican primary; Shaver wins Democratic primary

    In the May 2026 Ohio primary, Bob Latta was unopposed on the Republican side. Democrat Brian Shaver won a four-candidate Democratic primary, spending roughly $600 on the contest. The general-election field was set as Latta (R), Shaver (D), and Michael Veloff (L).

    Ohio Primary Election Results 2026 · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce organization
    The Chamber announced its endorsement of Latta for Ohio's Fifth District. uschamber.com · Sep 25, 2026
  • Ohio Right to Life Political Action Committee organization
    The PAC's 2026 general-election candidate recommendations listed "District 5: Bob Latta." The source uses the term 'recommendations' rather than 'endorsement.' ohiolife.org · Aug 10, 2026
  • Buckeye Firearms Association PAC organization
    The BFA-PAC's 2026 general-election table lists Bob Latta for District 5 as 'Endorsed' with an A grade. buckeyefirearms.org · Aug 3, 2026
  • Donald Trump official
    Trump wrote that Latta "has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election," identifying him as the representative for Ohio's 5th Congressional District. presidency.ucsb.edu · May 5, 2026

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$1.46M
Spent
$1.04M
Cash on hand
$1.02M

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H8OH05036(opens in a new tab)

Sources 20

  1. [1] Ohio Primary Election Results 2026(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  2. [2] Press Release: Bob Latta Delivers Keynote on Autonomous ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Bob Latta Commends DOE Funding for Ohio Electric Grid ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  4. [4] U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Bob Latta for Ohio's Fifth District(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  5. [5] Press Release: Bob Latta Applauds House Passage of Ratepayer Protection Act | Stock News(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  6. [6] What's on the ballot(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
  7. [7] Latta Statement on Mortgage Rates Reaching Lowest Level Since ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 11, 2026
  8. [8] Ohio Right to Life PAC Announces 2026 General Election ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 10, 2026
  9. [9] 2026 BFA-PAC Grades and Endorsements for the Ohio General ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 3, 2026
  10. [10] Press Releases(opens in a new tab) Jun 27, 2026
  11. [11] Truth Social Posts of May 5, 2026(opens in a new tab) May 5, 2026
  12. [12] Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2025 ...(opens in a new tab) Mar 10, 2025
  13. [13] Press Releases(opens in a new tab) Jan 6, 2021
  14. [14] Latta Applauds Trump Executive Orders to Unleash American Energy(opens in a new tab) Nov 13, 2017
  15. [15] Latta Receives an A+ on the Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life Scorecard(opens in a new tab) Nov 13, 2017
  16. [16] Latta Votes to Ensure Tax Relief, Strengthen Medicaid ...(opens in a new tab) Nov 13, 2017
  17. [17] Latta Votes to Secure America's Defense, Invest in U.S. ...(opens in a new tab) Nov 13, 2017
  18. [18] Latta Votes to Support Budget Reconciliation, Enact Trump's Agenda(opens in a new tab) Nov 13, 2017
  19. [19] Latta's Bipartisan HALT Fentanyl Act Now Law of the Land(opens in a new tab) Nov 13, 2017
  20. [20] Press Releases(opens in a new tab) Nov 13, 2017
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