Brian Shaver
OH-05 Democratic nominee?
$12.9K
MAY 6, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleCouncil Member
PartyDemocratic
GenderMale
LocationOhio
BackgroundEducator (social studies teacher)
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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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News
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.
From ironworker to ex-county executive, eight Democrats are gunning for Max Miller’s seat
Supreme Court to consider deadlines for late-arriving mail ballots, as Trump continues attacks
Many states count mail ballots that arrive after Election Day. Those grace periods could go away
Supreme Court hears arguments Monday over late-arriving ballots
Endorsements
Endorsers of Brian Shaver for OH-05 Democratic nominee?
The Chronicle-Telegram editorial board
Public endorsement
The Chronicle-Telegram editorial board endorsed Brian Shaver in the Democratic primary for Ohio's 5th Congressional District.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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