(7-5-25) Craig Riedel (R-Defiance) became the first announced candidate for Ohio’s 1st Senate District in early April to replace term-limited Senator Rob McColley (R-Napoleon).

Riedel said in the release-

“I have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support our campaign has received in just three short months. The 1st Senate District is one of the largest geographic districts in the state, encompassing all or parts of 10 counties. As a state representative, I worked hard to be present in our communities and accessible to my constituents; I will put in the same effort each day as the next Senator for this district. I am grateful to all those who have invested their hard-earned money in our campaign.”