John Butchko

Democrat

John Butchko

OH-07 Democratic nominee?

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MAY 6, 2026

Primary Election

Party selects its nominee.

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Overview

Current roleUnited Methodist Church pastor

PartyDemocratic

LocationOhio

BackgroundUnited Methodist Church pastor

Notable personal detailsJohn R. Butchko is a retired United Methodist Church elder who served for decades as a pastor in multiple conferences, including the East Ohio Conference. His appointments included serving as pastor at Westlake United Methodist Church (2009–2015) and other Ohio congregations, and he has been listed as retired since 2015. He was a Democratic candidate in the 2026 primary for Ohio’s 7th Congressional District.

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News

AINews Summary

Last updatedJul 15, 2026

John Butchko is running in the Democratic primary for Ohio’s 7th Congressional District, where he is one of eight Democrats seeking to challenge Republican Rep. Max Miller. Recent coverage focuses on the crowded primary and the district’s Republican lean, which makes the race an uphill fight for Democrats. The latest reports do not mention any general-election result or major new development beyond his candidacy.

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Articles

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