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Six Ohio House Candidates Drop Out | Columbus News
Six Ohio House candidates dropped out after the May primary, forcing parties to scramble for replacements before the August 10 deadline. Three Republicans and three Democrats stepped aside—some citing family, health, or new opportunities. D.J. Swearingen, a GOP incumbent, exited just days before the deadline to pursue a national role, replaced by Caleb Stidham. Democrats saw Jake Kielmeyer withdraw in April, replaced by Rick Rettig, a former teacher and council president; Lorna Westlake stepped down due to her husband’s illness, with John Barbo stepping in. Republicans also lost Elizabeth…
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