Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur wins Ohio rematch
Summary
CBS News projected that Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur won her rematch against Republican Derek Merrin in Ohio’s 9th Congressional District. The district was redrawn in 2025 to favor Republicans, and the race was part of the contest for control of the House during President Donald Trump’s second term.Key Facts
- Kaptur has represented the district since 1983.
- Kaptur is the longest-serving woman in Congress.
- Merrin lost to Kaptur in 2024 by about 2,400 votes.
- The 2024 result was just above the threshold for an automatic recount.
- The 2024 race was not called until two weeks after Election Day.
- Ohio redrew the district in October 2025, making it more Republican-leaning.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson campaigned with Merrin in early October and called the rematch a top-five race.
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