Madison Sheahan: From ICE Official to Congressional Challenger

Former ICE Deputy Director Madison Sheahan resigned to run for Congress in Ohio's 9th House District, challenging longtime Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur. In her campaign launch, Sheahan highlighted her achievements in immigration enforcement and criticized Washington's political climate. The race is a key focus for national Republicans.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Columbus | Updated: 16-01-2026 01:51 IST | Created: 16-01-2026 01:51 IST
Madison Sheahan: From ICE Official to Congressional Challenger
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Madison Sheahan, who previously served as the Deputy Director of ICE, has resigned from her position to mount a Congressional challenge against Democrat Marcy Kaptur in Ohio's 9th House District.

Sheahan, in her campaign video, emphasized her accomplishments in curbing illegal immigration, contrasting her brief tenure with Kaptur's lengthy service in Washington.

The race has garnered attention as a prime target for national Republicans, following Kaptur's narrow victory in the last election cycle. Sheahan's campaign is positioned as a significant shift in the political landscape.

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