Candidate for U.S. Representative, Ohio District 5
Michael Veloff
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.
Background
Education
- Graduate (2001), The Ohio State University at Mansfield[1]
Where they stand
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”
Sources
- U.S. 5th District preview: Shaver, Veloff battle incumbent Latta for seat in Nov. 3 election, Richland Source, October 1, 2026
- Libertarians file to run as write-in candidates in May primary in Lorain County, The Chronicle-Telegram
- 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.
Also running for U.S. Representative, Ohio District 5
- Bob Latta (Republican)
- Brian Shaver (Democratic)