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Ohio · 2026 United States general election · November 3

U.S. House · District 9

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Official source: Ohio Secretary of State (Frank LaRose), with the 88 county boards of elections ↗(opens in a new tab) · check the state's own candidate list for the final word

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Marcy Kaptur Democratic · Incumbent Democratic incumbent Marcy Kaptur has represented Ohio's 9th Congressional District since 1983 and serves on the House Appropriations Committee. Full profile → Derek Merrin Republican Republican Derek Merrin challenges incumbent Marcy Kaptur in Ohio's 9th Congressional District in 2026 Full profile → Kathy McKinstry Independent Kathy McKinstry is an independent write-in candidate for Ohio's 9th Congressional District in the November 2026 election. Full profile → Matthew Althaus Libertarian Libertarian candidate for Ohio's 9th Congressional District; manufacturing manager with no prior political experience Full profile →

Candidate list checked 7 d ago

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IssueMarcy Kaptur
Democratic
Derek Merrin
Republican
Kathy McKinstry
Independent
Matthew Althaus
Libertarian
Economy & jobsno sourced position Supports lower taxes, less regulation, and lower cost of living Supports fair wages, small businesses, and workforce development no sourced position
Housingno sourced position Opposes local housing regulations he sees as raising costs Supports affordable homeownership and eliminating property taxes no sourced position
Health careSupports the ACA and lowering healthcare and prescription drug costs Supports lower drug costs, price transparency, fewer regulations Supports universal healthcare as a right no sourced position
Immigrationno sourced position Supports border wall, military deployment, and deportations Supports constitutional immigration enforcement with due process Supports individuals' right to seek opportunities (immigration)
Abortion & reproductive rightsno sourced position Supported Ohio Heartbeat Bill and stricter abortion restrictions Opposes government interference in personal healthcare decisions no sourced position
EducationSupports affordable education, job training, and parental rights in schools Strongly supports school choice and educational alternatives Supports equitable federal investment in public education no sourced position
Climate & energySupports federal clean energy investment; human-caused climate change Supports expanding domestic energy production Supports strict standards for data centers; backs clean-energy careers Supports free-market, all-of-the-above energy; opposes federal mandates
Crime & public safetyno sourced position Sponsored legislation aiding law enforcement families and theft victims Supports police accountability, improved training, and mental-health response no sourced position
Taxes & budgetOpposes tax breaks for the wealthy; supports targeted community investment Supports lower taxes and simpler tax code Supports eliminating property taxes on homeowners; prioritizes domestic spending Supports lower taxes, spending cuts, and a balanced budget amendment
GunsSupports gun safety incentives via tax credit for safe storage Supports permitless concealed carry; backed Ohio's constitutional carry law Acknowledges gun violence as a national problem; no specific gun-law stance no sourced position
Democracy & electionsSupports voting rights, ballot access, and campaign finance reform Supports voter ID and proof-of-citizenship requirements Supports impeachment and criminal charges against the administration Supports ballot access, election transparency, and congressional term limits
Foreign policy & defenseStrong supporter of Ukraine; urges tougher Russia sanctions America First; supports concluding the Iran military conflict Calls for reevaluating foreign aid; opposes illegal military orders Opposes unnecessary foreign conflicts; favors focus on protecting Americans at home

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