David James Taylor[1] (born November 16, 1969)[2] is an American politician and business owner who is the member elect to the United States House of Representatives for Ohio's 2nd congressional district.
David Taylor | |
|---|---|
| Member-elect of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio's 2nd district | |
| Assuming office January 3, 2025 | |
| Succeeding | Brad Wenstrup |
| Personal details | |
| Born | David James Taylor November 16, 1969 |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Charity Taylor (m. 1997) |
| Children | 3 |
| Education | Miami University (BA) University of Dayton (JD) |
| Website | Campaign website |
Early life and career
editTaylor graduated from Amelia High School in Batavia, Ohio. He then graduated from Miami University and the University of Dayton School of Law.[3][4] He worked as a part-time assistant prosecutor for Clermont County before taking over as the owner of his family's concrete business, Sardinia Ready Mix, in Brown County.[5][6]
Following incumbent representative Brad Wenstrup's announcement that he would not seek reelection to the United States House of Representatives for Ohio's 2nd congressional district in the 2024 United States House of Representatives elections, Taylor announced his candidacy.[7] He won the Republican Party nomination[8] and defeated Democratic nominee Samantha Meadows in the November general election.[9]
Personal life
editTaylor has been married to his wife, Charity, for 27 years. They currently reside in Clermont County with their three daughters.[10]
References
edit- ^ "Rep. David Taylor - R Ohio, 2nd - Biography". LegiStorm. Retrieved November 6, 2024.
- ^ Wartman, Scott (March 19, 2024). "David Taylor wins crowded 2nd Congressional District Republican primary". The Cincinnati Enquirer. Retrieved May 7, 2024.
- ^ Schramm, Molly (November 1, 2024). "Samantha Meadows vs. David Taylor: What to know about Ohio's 2nd Congressional District race". WCPO-TV. Retrieved November 3, 2024.
- ^ Larson, Sherry (February 1, 2024). "Federal and State candidates present platforms and promises". The People's Defender.
- ^ Coleman, Kevin (January 24, 2024). "Intro to Congressional District 2 Republican Primary Candidate David Taylor". WCHI. Retrieved April 3, 2024.
- ^ Henry, Megan (August 14, 2024). "The race for Ohio's 2nd U.S. Congressional District features two political newcomers • Ohio Capital Journal".
- ^ https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/politics/2023/12/14/assistant-prosecutor-david-taylor-announces-run-for-us-house/71921195007/
- ^ Wilkinson, Howard (March 19, 2024). "David Taylor wins GOP primary in Ohio's 2nd Congressional District". WVXU. Retrieved April 3, 2024.
- ^ "Republican David Taylor projected to beat Democrat Samantha Meadows for Ohio's 2nd Congressional District seat". WCPO 9 Cincinnati. November 6, 2024.
- ^ Tekulve, Mark J. (February 16, 2024). "Taylor is ideal choice for congressional seat". Ironton Tribune. Retrieved April 2, 2024.