Former President Donald Trump has issued a last-minute endorsement in a highly sought northwest Ohio congressional district, backing state Rep. Derek Merrin as the best choice to face incumbent Democrat Marcy Kaptur this fall.
FILE - Ohio state Rep. Derek Merrin talks to reporters on Feb. 15, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio. Republicans are watching two hot-button federal races in Ohio on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, that could affect their chances for potentially pivotal pickups this fall. The Toledo-area congressional primary includes Merrin and former state Rep. Craig Riedel.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., tapped Merrin, 38, as his pick to take on Democratic incumbent Marcy Kaptur, 77,Merrin drew statewide attention for leadingJohnson recruited Merrin after audio surfaced of Riedel criticizing Trump, which raised concerns about his electability in a state that's twice supported Trump's presidential bids by strong margins. But that was months ago, back in December.
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