Former President Donald Trump issued a last-minute endorsement in a highly contested northwest Ohio congressional district, throwing his support behind state Rep. Derek Merrin over rival Republican Craig Riedel. Trump's endorsement came just hours before the primary election in Ohio, following his recent campaign appearance in the state on behalf of U.S. Senate candidate Bernie Moreno.
Trump praised Merrin as an 'incredible America First Patriot' who will prioritize securing the border, combating inflation, supporting the military and veterans, and protecting the Second Amendment. Merrin, 38, was selected by House Speaker Mike Johnson to challenge Democratic incumbent Marcy Kaptur, the longest-serving woman in Congress.
