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NRCC Adds Derek Merrin to MAGA Majority Program

July 15, 2026

WASHINGTON – The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) today announced Derek Merrin is being added to the 2026 MAGA Majority program.

“Derek Merrin is a proven leader that has fought for common sense, lower taxes, and conservative values in Ohio. Merrin is set to secure victory in November and deliver real progress for Northwest Ohio.” – NRCC Spokesman Zach Bannon

The MAGA Majority is an NRCC program focused on supporting and elevating the next wave of America First candidates who will help expand the Republican House majority in 2026.

In addition to Derek Merrin, MAGA Majority candidates include:

  • Jay Feely (AZ-01) 
  • Kevin Lincoln (CA-13) 
  • Jim Desmond (CA-48)
  • Joe Mitchell (IA-02)
  • Barb Regnitz (IN-01)
  • Paul LePage (ME-02)
  • Amir Hassan (MI-08)
  • Mike Boucahrd (MI-10)
  • Aaron Flint (MT-01)
  • Laurie Buckhout (NC-01)
  • Brinker Harding (NE-02)
  • Anthony DiLorenzo (NH-01)
  • Greg Cunningham (NM-02)
  • Carrie Buck (NV-01)
  • Marty O’Donnell (NV-03)
  • Mike LiPetri (NY-03) 
  • Jeanine Driscoll (NY-04)
  • Peter Oberacker (NY-19)
  • Eric Conroy (OH-01)
  • Tano Tijerina (TX-28) 
  • Carlos De La Cruz (TX-35)
  • Eric Flores (TX-34) 
  • John Braun (WA-03)

Background:

  • Derek Merrin is a former state representative from Lucas County who is running to finish the job he started last election cycle. Recent polling showed Merrin has a 4 point lead on Kaptur.
  • The MAGA Majority program highlights a slate of strong candidates running in key battleground districts across the country who embody the Trump agenda: securing the border, lowering costs, restoring energy dominance, and putting American workers first.
  • The NRCC will provide MAGA Majority candidates with early support, strategic resources, and visibility as Republicans expand the map and go on offense in districts where Democrats are vulnerable.
  • With over a dozen Democrats currently sitting in Trump-won seats, the battlefield is already favorable for Republicans, and the MAGA Majority is designed to capitalize on that opportunity.
  • MAGA Majority is the new name for the NRCC’s long-time Young Guns program.