Brian Poindexter, a five-term local councilman and apprentice instructor at Ironworkers Local 17, is seeking the Democratic nomination for an Ohio House seat currently held by Republican Max Miller.

Miller, a former Trump administration aide, won his congressional seat in 2022 after campaigning on economic issues, particularly inflation and affordability concerns. During that campaign, Miller identified inflation and the economy as the top issues for Ohio voters he sought to represent.

Poindexter's candidacy represents the Democratic Party's effort to challenge Miller's seat as part of broader attempts to retake the House majority in upcoming elections. The race highlights the continued political focus on economic issues including affordability, growth and employment that featured prominently in Miller's previous campaign.

Miller has been characterized as a Trump loyalist, having served as an aide in the former president's administration before entering Congress. His 2022 victory came during a period when economic concerns dominated voter priorities across Ohio and other battleground states.

The upcoming primary contest will test whether Democratic candidates can successfully challenge Republican incumbents in districts where economic messaging has previously resonated with voters.