Michael A. Rulli

In the 2024 House race for OH-6, Michael A. Rulli (R) defeated Michael L. Kripchak (D) 66.7% to 33.3%. Michael A. Rulli received 245,860 votes compared to 122,515 for Michael L. Kripchak, a dominant 33.5-point margin reflecting a safely partisan district.

This was an open-seat race with no incumbent running — Bill Johnson (R) previously held the seat. Open seats typically attract stronger candidates and heavier spending from both parties. The 2024 presidential election drove higher voter turnout, which can help or hurt down-ballot candidates depending on the top of the ticket. The wide margin suggests this district is firmly in the Republican column for the foreseeable future.

In the 2024 House race for OH-6, Michael A. Rulli (R) won with 54.6% of the vote, defeating Michael L. Kripchak (D) who received 45.3%. A third candidate also appeared on the ballot. Michael A. Rulli's 9.3-point lead over the runner-up showed solid but not overwhelming support.

This was an open-seat race with no incumbent running — Bill Johnson (R) previously held the seat. Open seats typically attract stronger candidates and heavier spending from both parties. The 2024 presidential election drove higher voter turnout, which can help or hurt down-ballot candidates depending on the top of the ticket. This seat will likely stay on party watch lists as potentially competitive in future cycles.