Summary
ICE Deputy Director Madison Sheahan has resigned to run for Congress in Ohio. Sheahan aims to win a congressional seat currently held by Democrat Marcy Kaptur in Ohio's 9th district. This district is important for Republicans in upcoming elections.
Key Facts
- Madison Sheahan was the deputy director of ICE before resigning.
- She is running for Ohio's 9th congressional district seat.
- This district is currently represented by Marcy Kaptur, a Democrat.
- President Trump won in this district during the 2024 elections.
- Upcoming redistricting may make the district more favorable for Republicans.
- Sheahan is a "Trump conservative" and has a campaign website.
- She previously worked for the Ohio Republican Party and at ICE for just over a year.
- Other candidates in the Republican primary include state Rep. Josh Williams and former state Rep. Derrick Merrin.