Steven Erbeck
Republican candidate for U.S. House in Ohio
OH-01 Republican nominee?
$12.8K
MAY 6, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
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0.1%chance to win
$12.8KMAY 6, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleDentist
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
LocationOhio
BackgroundDentist
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EducationThe Ohio State University (studied Business and Biology)
Notable personal detailsSteven Erbeck is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in Ohio’s 1st Congressional District in the 2026 cycle. He is a dentist and small business owner associated with The Cincinnati Dental Group. He studied at The Ohio State University and later attended New York University College of Dentistry.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports pro-growth economic policies that lower taxes for working families and small businesses, cites the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act as a model, and favors cutting unnecessary federal spending, simplifying the tax code, and reducing regulations to encourage job growth.
Healthcare
Supports market-based healthcare reforms such as expanding Health Savings Accounts, increasing price transparency, and allowing insurance sales across state lines. Opposes government-run systems like Medicare for All and favors state flexibility for Medicaid while protecting coverage for people with pre-existing conditions. Also supports measures to lower drug costs, expand telehealth, and invest in mental-health services.
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Immigration & Border
Supports stronger border enforcement focused on stopping drugs and illegal crossings while calling for fixing the immigration system so people enter legally; emphasizes prioritizing national security and public safety. Advocates legal immigration but frames reforms around enforcement and public-safety priorities.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate describes himself as believing in "protecting the sanctity of life" and supports policies that uplift families and parental rights, framing abortion as a matter of protecting life and family values. His campaign emphasizes religious liberty and family-centered policies that align with a pro-life perspective. Specific details about allowable exceptions or preferred legislative limits are not stated on the campaign site.
Climate & Energy
Supports energy independence and expanding American oil, gas, and nuclear energy production to lower fuel prices and promote economic security, while opposing what he describes as burdensome regulations.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports fully funding and equipping law enforcement, tougher penalties for violent and repeat offenders, and treating public safety as a priority; expresses concern about gun violence but does not endorse specific new firearm restrictions on the campaign site. Positions emphasize law enforcement resources, criminal penalties, and mental-health/rehabilitation measures to reduce violence.
Latest News
Steven Erbeck is running in Ohio’s 1st Congressional District Republican primary, where he is one of several candidates seeking the nomination to challenge Democratic Rep. Greg Landsman. The race has drawn added attention because Donald Trump endorsed Eric Conroy, making the primary more competitive for the other candidates. The district was redrawn and is now seen as slightly Republican-leaning, which makes the primary outcome especially important.
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Campaign Fundraising
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