REDISTRICTING SHOCKER: Is Marcy Kaptur’s 44-Year Run About to End?
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Ohio’s 9th Congressional District is shaping up to be one of the biggest races in the state.

Marcy Kaptur narrowly defeated Republican Derek Merrin in 2024 by just 2,382 votes — but now the district lines have changed, and the new OH-9 is significantly more Republican.

Can Merrin finally flip the seat, or will Kaptur survive again?

In this OPN Update, we break down:

The new OH-9 congressional map
Why the district now favors Republicans more heavily
Kaptur’s fundraising advantage
Merrin’s path to victory
Why this race is still considered highly competitive

Is this Kaptur’s last stand?

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