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Candidate for U.S. Representative, Ohio District 5

Michael Veloff

Libertarian

Michael Veloff is a Galion resident who won the Libertarian nomination as a write-in candidate in the May 2026 primary. He campaigns under the tagline "Drunk Uncle for Congress" and has called for changes to Medicaid and health insurance subsidies and a lower drinking age.

Current or most recent role
Campaign staffer for Vermin Supreme campaigns; former health care worker
Hometown
Galion

Why they say you should vote for them

The candidate's own case to voters, summarized from their campaign and public statements.

  • Campaigns under the tagline "Drunk Uncle for Congress."[1]
  • Says adults and service members should be trusted to make their own decisions, including about alcohol.[1]
  • Says he wants to change how health coverage is funded, including ending private health insurance subsidies.[1]

Background

  • Campaign staffer, Vermin Supreme campaigns · 2020–present[1]
  • Health care worker (former)[1]

Education

  • Graduate (2001), The Ohio State University at Mansfield[1]

Where they stand

  • Health Care
    Supports expanding Medicaid with administration by the states and ending private health insurance subsidies.[1]
  • Alcohol Policy
    Supports lowering the legal drinking age.[1]

Voting record

Michael Veloff has not held an office with a recorded voting record. See Background and Where they stand.

In their words

“Stop the private health insurance subsidies”

Candidate profile interview with Richland Source, October 1, 2026[1]

Sources

  1. U.S. 5th District preview: Shaver, Veloff battle incumbent Latta for seat in Nov. 3 election, Richland Source, October 1, 2026
  2. Libertarians file to run as write-in candidates in May primary in Lorain County, The Chronicle-Telegram
  3. Candidate List for November 3, 2026 General Election (certified as of 08/26/2026), Wood County Board of Elections, August 26, 2026

Last reviewed October 9, 2026. Spot an error or something missing? Report a correction.

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