Brian Shaver
Democratic nominee for U.S. House, Ohio’s 5th District
$0
in backing from the pro-Israel PACs we track, 2016–2026
Brian Shaver is the Democratic nominee for U.S. House in Ohio’s 5th District on November 3, 2026, against Bob Latta (R, inc.). Backed by AIPAC or allied pro-Israel PACs: $0 (2016–2026).
Not a member of Congress: this page covers Brian Shaver’s 2026 race. Members of Congress and governors have a page with their votes as well (the full list); this one isn’t counted in the site’s totals or lists.
Where the campaign’s money comes from
Brian Shaver’s campaign has raised $52,830 in the 2026 election cycle through September 30, 2026, and had $37,973 in cash on hand at the end of that period.
- The candidate’s own money and loans$28,696
- Individual donors$20,909
- Political party committees$3,225
From donors who gave over $200: none in the FEC’s processed donor lists yet. The FEC lists a gift by donor once the donor has given more than $200 (bulk file as of October 25, 2026; each gift counted once, refunds subtracted, no donor named).
Totals the campaign reported to the FEC (individual donors are not named). Reports lag: the latest one covers the period shown. FEC candidate page: H6OH05154 (2026 reports).
Money from the pro-Israel PACs we track
None of the pro-Israel PACs we track gave to Brian Shaver’s campaign committees or reported outside spending for or against them in 2016–2026, in the FEC filings we read.
The race
- November 3, 2026. On the ballot: Brian Shaver (Democratic); Bob Latta (Republican, incumbent); Michael Veloff (Libertarian)
- Incumbent: Bob Latta (R)
- Rating: Solid RAverage of 4; all agree
- Ohio 5th District 2026: who’s running
- Every Ohio race on the 2026 ballot
- Campaign site
How to vote in Ohio
Early voting: Oct 6 – Nov 1. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
- Dates and locations in Ohio
- Check your registration on Ohio’s election website
- Registration and ballot deadlines on Vote.gov for Ohio
Ballots already cast in Ohio: 1,004,060 (early in person and by mail, as of Oct 24; Ohio Secretary of State): 24% of 2022 midterm turnout in Ohio (4,201,368) · 13% of registered voters in Ohio
About Brian Shaver
Each line links its source. Background and endorsements are in our words; positions are quoted word for word from the source shown (the campaign’s or an official site, a questionnaire, or Brian Shaver quoted in the news). Sources checked October 25, 2026. Listing an endorsement or a statement is not this site’s endorsement.
Background
- President of the Fostoria City Council, Ohio. · brianshaverforcongress.com (source for President of the Fostoria City Council, Ohio.)
- Teaches social studies at Fostoria Junior/Senior High School. · brianshaverforcongress.com (source for Teaches social studies at Fostoria Junior/Senior High School.)
Stated positions
- Israel and Gaza: No statement found (looked at brianshaverforcongress.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 1), brianshaverforcongress.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 2); October 25, 2026).
- Campaign finance and super PACs: “I also believe we need strict rules on campaign funding so that money comes from the people we represent, not special interests or corporations.” brianshaverforcongress.com (source for Campaign finance and super PACs statement)
- Health care: “I see healthcare as a fundamental right, and no one should have to choose between treatment and paying their bills or fall into poverty because of medical needs.” brianshaverforcongress.com (source for Health care statement)
- Labor: “I also think unions play a vital role in protecting the middle class and shouldn’t be undermined simply because they expect companies to share their success with the people who create it.” brianshaverforcongress.com (source for Labor statement)
- Immigration: “Our immigration system should reflect those values by being fair, humane, and focused on helping people contribute safely and legally.” brianshaverforcongress.com (source for Immigration statement)
- Housing: “I believe Congress can help by supporting farmers, strengthening the food supply, and investing in modest, affordable housing in rural communities.” brianshaverforcongress.com (source for Housing statement)
Where this comes from
The same FEC ledger as every page on the site (how we count), read for each FEC candidate ID Brian Shaver has used:
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Questions and answers
Has Brian Shaver been backed by AIPAC?
No. Brian Shaver has had no backing from AIPAC's PAC or its super PAC, United Democracy Project, or from the other pro-Israel PACs we track (2016–2026).
How much pro-Israel PAC backing has Brian Shaver had?
$0 from the pro-Israel PACs we track (2016–2026).
Where do these figures come from?
They come from FEC filings.