Rep. Robert E. Latta | Robert E. Latta Official Photo
Rep. Robert E. Latta | Robert E. Latta Official Photo
Rep. Bob Latta, who represents Ohio’s 5th district in the U.S. Congress, posted a series of messages on September 8, 2025, highlighting local achievements and events as well as national priorities.
In a post early that day, Latta congratulated a new university president: "Congratulations to James Holloway on being named the 19th President of @UToledo. I wish you great success! #universityoftoledo #toledo https://t.co/alBzaJbZNY" (September 8, 2025).
Later, he commented on a regional arts festival: "The @BlackSwampFest had three great days this weekend. The festival provides great opportunities for artists to sell their creations and for buyers to bring home unique pieces of art. #WoodCounty https://t.co/slmpBazmpn" (September 8, 2025).
Latta also addressed energy issues with a brief statement: "Energy security is national security! " (September 8, 2025).
Latta has served in Congress since replacing Paul Gillmor in 2007 and previously held positions in both the Ohio House of Representatives and the Ohio Senate. He was born in Bluffton, Ohio in 1956 and currently resides in Bowling Green. Latta is an alumnus of Bowling Green State University and earned his law degree from the University of Toledo.
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