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Orlando | Orlando Sonza served in the U.S. Army from 2013 to 2016. He earned a bachelor's degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 2013, a graduate degree from the University of Cincinnati in 2018, and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 2022. Sonza's professional experience includes working as a certified public accountant, IRS enrolled agent, and executive director.<ref name=bio>''Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 7, 2022''</ref><ref>''Ballotpedia staff'', "Email communication with Orlando Sonza," May 18, 2022</ref><ref>''Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 26, 2024''</ref> | ||
==Elections== | ==Elections== | ||
===2024=== | ===2024=== | ||
Latest revision as of 17:54, 30 September 2024
Orlando Sonza (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Ohio's 1st Congressional District. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Sonza completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Orlando Sonza served in the U.S. Army from 2013 to 2016. He earned a bachelor's degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 2013, a graduate degree from the University of Cincinnati in 2018, and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 2022. Sonza's professional experience includes working as a certified public accountant, IRS enrolled agent, and executive director.[1][2][3]
Elections
2024
See also: Ohio's 1st Congressional District election, 2024
Ohio's 1st Congressional District election, 2024 (March 19 Republican primary)
Ohio's 1st Congressional District election, 2024 (March 19 Democratic primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Ohio District 1
Incumbent Greg Landsman defeated Orlando Sonza in the general election for U.S. House Ohio District 1 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Greg Landsman (D) | 54.6 | 213,916 |
 | Orlando Sonza (R)  | 45.4 | 177,993 | |
| Total votes: 391,909 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 1
Incumbent Greg Landsman advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 1 on March 19, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Greg Landsman | 100.0 | 28,025 |
| Total votes: 28,025 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 1
Orlando Sonza advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 1 on March 19, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Orlando Sonza | 100.0 | 43,554 |
| Total votes: 43,554 | |||
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Endorsements
Sonza received the following endorsements.
- Former President Donald Trump (Republican Party, Conservative Party)
- Congressional Leadership Fund
Pledges
Sonza signed the following pledges.
2022
See also: Ohio State Senate elections, 2022
General election
General election for Ohio State Senate District 9
Catherine Ingram defeated Orlando Sonza in the general election for Ohio State Senate District 9 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Catherine Ingram (D) | 72.8 | 78,639 |
| Orlando Sonza (R) | 27.2 | 29,418 | |
| Total votes: 108,057 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Ohio State Senate District 9
Catherine Ingram advanced from the Democratic primary for Ohio State Senate District 9 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Catherine Ingram | 100.0 | 11,112 |
| Total votes: 11,112 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Ohio State Senate District 9
Orlando Sonza advanced from the Republican primary for Ohio State Senate District 9 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Orlando Sonza | 100.0 | 2,892 |
| Total votes: 2,892 | |||
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Campaign finance
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Orlando Sonza completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Sonza's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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After graduation, Jessica and I both served our country as officers in the U.S. Army. I served on active duty as an Infantry Officer and Finance Officer with the 3rd Infantry Division at Fort Stewart, Georgia.
When I left active duty, Jessica and I decided to move to Cincinnati to raise our family. While helping to raise our children, I obtained my master's degree in taxation from the University of Cincinnati and my law degree from Georgetown Law. In the course of my advanced studies, I also worked as a Certified Public Accountant at Ernst & Young, LLP
Following that, I was honored to continue my commitment to public service with the Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office as an Assistant Prosecutor.
Currently, I am continuing my public service as the Executive Director of the Hamilton County Veterans Service Commission.
I believe that my experience as an Army officer, CPA, and lawyer, have prepared me to to represent the needs and interests of the Ohioans of the First Congressional District.- The economy is not working for everyday American citizens. When I get to Congress, I will fight for responsible fiscal policy, tax cuts like the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, and de-regulating the market to allow for good competition to lower prices for all.
- The border is in crisis right now. Criminals and illegal drugs are pouring into our country and even making their way to southwest Ohio. I will work to secure the border and give officers the resources they need to keep the illegal drugs and criminals out of our communities.
- Americans have lost faith in the integrity of those they elected. I will work to restore faith in our institutions by exemplifying the values instilled in me at West Point—duty, honor, country.
1. Taxation policy
2. Foreign Affair
Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House
Steve Scalise, House Majority Leader
Tom Emmer, House Majority Whip
Elise Stefanik, Republican Conference Chair
Rob Portman, Former U.S. Senator, OH
Warren Davidson, U.S. Representative, OH-08
Brad Wenstrup, U.S. Representative, OH-02
Bill Johnson, U.S. Representative, OH-06
Andy Barr, U.S. Representative, KY-06
Steve Austria, Fmr. U.S. Representative, OH-07
Vellie Dietrich-Hall, Former Commissioner, The White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
The Buckeye Firearms Association
The National Federation of Independent Businesses
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Campaign website
Sonza's campaign website stated the following:
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REVITALIZING THE ECONOMY The policies of the Biden administration have dramatically increased inflation. Orlando believes that the U.S. should take a two-pronged approach to curb inflation. First, we need to rein in government spending and reduce our reliance on deficit spending. This will require tough choices and prioritization of our national budget. Second, we need to implement policies that will encourage economic growth and increase the supply of goods and services. This includes investing in infrastructure, reducing burdensome regulations, and supporting small businesses. BANKING & INTEREST RATES Like most people, Orlando has been alarmed at the recent failure of many banks across the country. He understands the importance for the U.S. government takes swift action to stabilize the financial system and ease public fears. However, Orlando does not believe that the government should bail out failing banks. Especially banks that have engaged in risky business practices and have focused more on ESG policies than sound financial policy. Instead, we should focus on regulatory reforms that will prevent future collapses and ensure that banks are operating in a safe and sound manner. Orlando acknowledges that raising interest rates is one form of monetary policy used to curb inflation, however he believes that the Federal Reserve should take a balanced approach, considering both inflation and economic growth when making decisions about interest rate policy. TAXES We can’t tax ourselves to prosperity. As in everything, we need to find a balance. We need those that have been more fortunate to invest in their businesses, raise wages, and provide economic growth to the economy. We must be careful to not tax ourselves into economic constriction or retraction. As a member of congress, Orlando will advocate for three major changes to our tax system: *Simplify the tax code: The current tax code is overly complicated and burdensome for taxpayers. I propose simplifying the tax code to make it easier for Americans to understand and comply with. *Increase small business tax incentives: Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and we should do everything we can to support them. I propose increasing tax incentives for small businesses to encourage entrepreneurship and innovation. *Reduce wasteful government spending: The federal government spends too much money on unnecessary programs and initiatives. I propose cutting wasteful spending to reduce the federal deficit and free up resources for more important priorities. LOCAL INFRASTRUCTURE Our infrastructure is aging and in desperate need of improvements. Projects like the Brent Spence Bridge and the Western Hills Viaduct have been overlooked for decades. Tens of thousands of residents rely on these thoroughfares on a daily basis to get from their homes to their jobs, schools, and churches. As your next congressman, Orlando Sonza will develop local, state, and federal partnerships to find the funding for our much needed infrastructure improvements. These improvements will greatly benefit our community and economy by bringing hundreds of new jobs to the district. SECURING AMERICA The spike in violence here in the First District is due to a variety of factors, including economic uncertainty and social unrest. In Congress, Orlando will work to increase funding for community policing and mental health resources to address the root causes of violence. Orlando also believes that in order to deter crime we must have fair and effective laws. He supports judges' use of discretion to determine whether someone poses a flight risk or danger to the community in the assessment of bail and proper sentencing. As your congressman, Orlando will fight to strengthen our military, secure our border, and stand up for our Second Amendment rights all while working to restore order in our cities, build strong communities, and protect innocent lives—from the unborn to the elderly. POLICING Defunding or “reimagining” law enforcement is not the answer. Instead, we need to invest in training and resources to improve police practices and increase transparency and accountability. Orlando believes that body cameras should be mandatory for all police officers, and we need to work to build trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve. NATIONAL DEFENSE As a former U.S. Army Officer and graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, Orlando is dedicated to ensuring that we maintain a strong and efficient military fully capable of defending the United States and our allies. As a member of Congress, Orlando will prioritize a strong national defense. Any attack on the United States should be met with a diligent and measured response. Orlando will always fight for the safety and security of all American citizens, both at home and abroad. PROTECTING FAMILIES As your congressman, I’ll defend our rights as parents. I’ll fight to protect our freedom to choose the best educational options for our kids and ensure that their healthcare decisions remain with us, the parents—not bureaucrats in Washington. SCHOOL CHOICE Orlando believes that charter schools offer parents and students more educational options, especially for those who may not have access to high-quality public schools. In his experience, charter schools may provide a more innovative approach to education that is tailored to meet the specific needs of individual students. However, we must also ensure that charter schools are held to the same standards of accountability and transparency as traditional public schools to ensure that they are providing a quality education. Orlando is determined to empower parents to choose the school that best fits their child's needs. Vouchers can also help level the playing field for low-income families who may not have the financial means to send their children to a private school.[4] |
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2022
Orlando Sonza completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Sonza's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Pro-Education
- Pro-Safety
- Pro-Economic Growth
I believe that our children are our future. They too are valuable members of our community. Adequately educating them is all about understanding what they need to succeed both today and tomorrow.
Senate Primary and Secondary Education Committee
Small Business and Economic Opportunity Committee
Veterans and Public Safety Committee
"Who's there?"
"Nobody."
"Nobody, who?"
"...."
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 7, 2022
- ↑ Ballotpedia staff, "Email communication with Orlando Sonza," May 18, 2022
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 26, 2024
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Sonza for Congress, “Issues,” accessed January 20, 2024
