Mike Loychik

Michael Loychik (born April 7, 1989) is an American politician who has served as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives since 2021, representing the 65th district. He won the seat after defeating incumbent Democrat Gil Blair, 54.2% to 45.8%. He served in the United States Air Force from 2008 to 2015.

Life and career
After graduating from Champion High School, Loychik enlisted in the Air Force in 2008. He served for eight years, where he was a C-130 Crew Chief with a special operations group, as well as a combat search and rescue group. He retired as a Staff Sergeant. During his time in the Air Force, he earned his associate degree in aviation and maintenance technology at Community College of the Air Force. Following his service, he started his own business, Atlantic Pressure Washing Solutions LLC. He later earned his Bachelor of Applied Science in Environmental Management at Columbia Southern University. He currently resides in Bazetta Township, Ohio with his two children.

Ohio House of Representatives
Loychik was elected to the Ohio House of Representatives in 2020, defeating incumbent Democrat Gil Blair. Blair had been appointed to the seat in 2019 following the resignation of Glenn Holmes who took a position in Governor Mike DeWine's administration.

Redistricting took place following the 2020 census, resulting in new district lines and numbers. The district changed to include most of Trumbull and Ashtabula Counties. In 2022, Loychik had a primary challenge by Randy Law, former State Representative and perennial candidate. Loychik beat Law, receiving over 70% of the vote. He went on in the general election to defeat independent candidate Jennifer Donnelly, receiving over 65% of the vote.

In 2023, Loychik who was still able to seek two additional terms in the House before being term limited, decided to file to run for the Ohio Senate. He is challenging State Senator Sandra O'Brien.