Derek Merrin
(OH-09)
- Primary Election:
- March 19, 2024
- General Election:
- November 5, 2024
- Endorsed:
- July 17, 2024
- Age:
- 38
- Hometown:
- Monclova Township, OH
- Professional Background:
- Real estate investor, Ohio House of Representatives (2016-2022), former Mayor of Waterville (2008-2011)
Biography
Derek Merrin received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Toledo and later earned a Master of Public Administration from Bowling Green State University.
Merrin took on the initiative to expand educational freedom, reduce the state income tax, and cut regulations. Additionally, he successfully repealed a $45 million tax on prescription eyewear.
If elected to U.S. Congress, Merrin will be a limited government constitutional conservative who opposes tax increases and supports term limits. He opposes government bans on social media and is a huge believer in innovative financial tools like cryptocurrency. Merrin opposes earmarks in appropriations and will vote against Omnibus appropriations bills.
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