Derek Merrin

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Also running: Marcy Kaptur (D)

Position history

Governance

1. Oct. 8, 2026 (in an interview with 13abc WTVG on the conflict in Iran and lowering the cost of living)

   I believe it's important that this military conflict is wrapped up. I think we need to put America first. We're not the world's policemen. We cannot afford to have Iran attain a nuclear weapon. I think we have for the most part taken care of and eliminated that risk. I think it's time that we wrapped this up.

   Source: 13abc WTVG

Economy

1. Oct. 8, 2026 (in an interview with 13abc WTVG on tariffs and trade)

   I want to reduce the cost of living. Many of the tariffs increase the cost of living. I'm not a fan of tariffs that are going to drive up the cost of living. What I am supportive of are fair trade deals in America.

   Source: 13abc WTVG

Derek Merrin is not a current member of Congress, so there is no congressional roll-call record to show. As a former member of the Ohio House of Representatives (District 42, 2016–2024), Merrin has a state legislative voting record: Ohio Legislature official legislation and roll-call archive.