Brian Shaver

Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Ohio

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Brian Shaver

Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Ohio

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OH-05 House winner?

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NOV 7, 2026

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Brian Shaver is trading at 9% to win the OH-05 House winner? on prediction markets.

Candidate Overview

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Current roleEducator (social studies teacher)

PartyDemocratic

GenderMale

LocationOhio

BackgroundEducator (social studies teacher)

EducationBluffton University — B.A., Education (1999)

Notable personal detailsBrian Alan Shaver is an Ohio educator and local elected official who serves as President of the Fostoria City Council. He was the Democratic nominee for U.S. House in Ohio’s 5th Congressional District in 2026 after winning a four-candidate primary on May 5, 2026. His background includes work in Catholic school/parish administration and a bachelor’s degree in education from Bluffton University.

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Last updatedJul 15, 2026

Brian Shaver is in the news as one of eight Democrats running for the chance to challenge Republican U.S. Rep. Max Miller in Ohio’s 7th Congressional District. The race is drawing attention because the district is considered to lean Republican, making the Democratic primary the key early contest. Recent coverage also places the campaign in the context of broader election-law fights that could affect how ballots are counted in future elections.

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