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David
J. Taylor

Republican incumbent U.S. Rep. David J. Taylor (OH-02) seeks reelection in 2026 after first being sworn in January 2025.

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Background

David J. Taylor (R) is the U.S. Representative for Ohio's 2nd Congressional District, having been sworn into the 119th Congress on January 3, 2025. 115 He was born and raised in Ohio, grew up in Clermont County, and attended Amelia High School before earning a bachelor's degree from Miami University (1992) and a law degree from the University of Dayton School of Law (1996). 315

Before entering Congress, Taylor served as an assistant prosecutor in the Clermont County Prosecutor's Office from 1996–1999 and again from 2021–2024. He also served as president of Sardinia Ready Mix, a family business he took over and ran in Clermont County. 1819

Taylor is running for reelection in November 2026, representing Ohio's 2nd District as the Republican incumbent. He and his family reside in Clermont County, Ohio. 1318

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 2, Ohio
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Ohio's 2nd Congressional District
Website
davetaylorforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Timeline

  1. Oct 5
    debate
    Taylor not confirmed among participants for Adams County candidate panel scheduled for Oct. 10

    An October 6 report noted that organizers confirmed Mazzuckelli's participation in an Adams County candidate panel scheduled for October 10, but did not list Taylor among confirmed participants as of October 5.

    Page A1 · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 1
    news
    Taylor's office announces bill to strengthen oversight of federal healthcare programs

    Taylor's office announced the introduction of legislation to strengthen oversight of federal healthcare programs. Specific provisions were not detailed in available sources.

    Press Release: Dave Taylor Introduces Bill to Strengthen ... · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Sep 29
    debate
    Taylor absent from League of Women Voters roundtable; did not respond to invitation

    Taylor did not attend or respond to a League of Women Voters candidate roundtable held September 29. Democrat Jen Mazzuckelli was the only U.S. House candidate present at the Athens forum.

    Ohio candidates gather for roundtable discussion - The Post · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 25
    endorsement
    U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorses Taylor for reelection in OH-02

    The U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Rep. Dave Taylor for reelection, citing support for candidates who back policies driving innovation, economic growth, and business and worker opportunities.

    U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Dave Taylor for Ohio's Second District · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 21
    news
    Taylor and GOP lawmakers send letter to Gov. Newsom over CDL-related fatal crash in Ohio

    Taylor and several other Ohio Republican representatives sent a letter to California Governor Gavin Newsom seeking answers about a commercial driver's license held by a driver involved in a fatal crash in Ohio.

    Taylor Leads Letter to Governor Newsom Demanding Answers for CDL-Related Deaths · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 17
    news
    Taylor's office announces support for bill addressing data-center energy costs

    Taylor's office announced his support for legislation aimed at addressing energy costs associated with data centers. Specific provisions of the bill were not detailed in available sources.

    Press Release: Dave Taylor Supports Bill to Address Data Center Energy Costs | Stock News · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 15
    filing
    Clermont County posts certified candidate list naming Taylor as GOP nominee for Nov. 3 general election

    Ohio's Clermont County posted its certified candidate list, officially listing David J. Taylor as the Republican candidate for the November 3 general election in OH-02.

    David J. Taylor (R) — U.S. Representative, OH-02 | 2026 profile · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. May 5
    filing
    Taylor wins Republican primary for OH-02 with 51,885 votes

    David J. Taylor won the Republican primary election for Ohio's 2nd Congressional District, receiving 51,885 votes, securing his spot on the November 3 general election ballot.

    David J. Taylor (R) — U.S. Representative, OH-02 | 2026 profile · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund organization
    Listed as an endorser in Taylor's iVoterGuide voter profile; no date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Operating Engineers union
    Listed in Taylor's iVoterGuide voter profile as reported by the candidate; not independently verified. ivoterguide.com
  • Ohio Real Estate Investors Association PAC organization
    Listed in Taylor's iVoterGuide voter profile as reported by the candidate; not independently verified. ivoterguide.com
  • Ohio Farm Bureau organization
    Listed in Taylor's iVoterGuide voter profile as reported by the candidate; not independently verified. ivoterguide.com
  • Clermont County Sheriff Leahy official
    Listed in Taylor's iVoterGuide voter profile as reported by the candidate; not independently verified. ivoterguide.com
  • Council on American Exceptionalism organization
    Listed as an endorser in Taylor's iVoterGuide voter profile; no date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • AIPAC PAC organization
    Listed as an endorser in Taylor's iVoterGuide voter profile; no date provided. Also noted as reported by the candidate. ivoterguide.com
  • Clermont County Republican Party organization
    Listed as an endorser in Taylor's iVoterGuide voter profile; no date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Buckeye Firearms Association–Ohio organization
    Listed as an endorser in Taylor's iVoterGuide voter profile; no date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce organization
    Formally announced endorsement of Taylor for reelection to Ohio's 2nd Congressional District. uschamber.com · Sep 25, 2026
  • Ohio Right to Life PAC organization
    Listed Taylor among its 2026 general election candidate recommendations. ohiolife.org · Aug 10, 2026
  • Ohio Right to Life PAC organization
    Named Taylor as its preferred candidate for Ohio's 2nd District in the May 2026 primary; also listed him in its August 10, 2026 general election recommendations. ohiolife.org · Mar 16, 2026
  • Jean Schmidt (Ohio State Representative) official
    Named by Taylor in his February 19, 2026 announcement of endorsements from all state house representatives within the district. x.com · Feb 19, 2026
  • Jason Stephens (former Ohio House Speaker) official
    Taylor announced on February 19, 2026 that he had the endorsement of every state house representative within his district; Stephens was named explicitly. x.com · Feb 19, 2026
  • Kevin Miller (Ohio State Representative) official
    Named by Taylor in his February 19, 2026 announcement of endorsements from all state house representatives within the district. x.com · Feb 19, 2026
  • Ty Moore (Ohio State Representative) official
    Named by Taylor in his February 19, 2026 announcement of endorsements from all state house representatives within the district. x.com · Feb 19, 2026
  • Kevin Ritter (Ohio State Representative) official
    Named by Taylor in his February 19, 2026 announcement of endorsements from all state house representatives within the district. x.com · Feb 19, 2026
  • Mark Johnson (Ohio State Representative) official
    Named by Taylor in his February 19, 2026 announcement of endorsements from all state house representatives within the district. x.com · Feb 19, 2026
  • Bob Peterson (Ohio State Representative) official
    Named by Taylor in his February 19, 2026 announcement of endorsements from all state house representatives within the district. x.com · Feb 19, 2026
  • Justin Pizzulli (Ohio State Representative) official
    Named by Taylor in his February 19, 2026 announcement of endorsements from all state house representatives within the district. x.com · Feb 19, 2026
  • Adam Bird (Ohio State Representative) official
    Named by Taylor in his February 19, 2026 announcement of endorsements from all state house representatives within the district. x.com · Feb 19, 2026
  • President Donald Trump official
    Reported as having endorsed Taylor in September 2024; predates the 2026 cycle. Reported in a May 2026 account. thepostathens.com · Sep 1, 2024

Campaign finance

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

Raised
$1.10M
Spent
$780K
Cash on hand
$443K

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H4OH02248(opens in a new tab)

Sources 19

  1. [1] Issues | Representative Dave Taylor - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  2. [2] Voter Guide Profile for OH U.S. Rep., Dist. 2 candidate(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Page A1(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  4. [4] Ohio candidates gather for roundtable discussion - The Post(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  5. [5] Press Release: Dave Taylor Introduces Bill to Strengthen ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  6. [6] David J. Taylor (R) — U.S. Representative, OH-02 | 2026 profile(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  7. [7] U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Dave Taylor for Ohio's Second District(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  8. [8] Taylor Leads Letter to Governor Newsom Demanding Answers for CDL-Related Deaths(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  9. [9] Press Release: Dave Taylor Supports Bill to Address Data Center Energy Costs | Stock News(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  10. [10] Ohio Right to Life PAC Announces 2026 General Election ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 10, 2026
  11. [11] What to know about Ohio's 2nd District primary winners(opens in a new tab) May 28, 2026
  12. [12] Rep. David Taylor | Member Accountability(opens in a new tab) Apr 7, 2026
  13. [13] Ohio Right to Life PAC Announces Additional Primary ...(opens in a new tab) Mar 16, 2026
  14. [14] I am honored to announce that I have received the official ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 19, 2026
  15. [15] Representatives Taylor and Miller Introduce Bill to Defend Rural ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 5, 2026
  16. [16] Border(opens in a new tab) Feb 28, 2025
  17. [17] Economy | Representative Dave Taylor - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Feb 28, 2025
  18. [18] Education | Representative Dave Taylor - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2025
  19. [19] Votes and Legislation(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2025
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