Michael R. Turner, commonly known as Mike Turner, is an American Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Ohio's 10th congressional district since 2003. Born in Dayton, Ohio, Turner has built a career focused on national security, defense policy, and community development. He is a member of the House Armed Services Committee and chairs its Strategic Forces Subcommittee, where he has been instrumental in advancing U.S. military interests, including sponsoring the Iron Dome Funding Act to bolster Israel's missile defense system. Prior to Congress, Turner served as mayor of Dayton from 1994 to 1999, emphasizing neighborhood concerns, zoning, housing enforcement, and historical preservation through not-for-profit activism. His background as a lawyer and businessman in real estate and development informed his approach to local governance and economic issues.

Turner's education and early career reflect a blend of legal and business acumen. After high school, he pursued studies in political science and law, later obtaining an MBA to enhance his business expertise. In Congress, he has engaged in foreign policy matters, such as sending a 2015 letter to Bosnian leadership warning against pursuing a territorial dispute with Montenegro, which drew international attention and criticism for potential interference. In 2023, he voted against a resolution to withdraw U.S. troops from Syria within 180 days, underscoring his commitment to sustained military presence abroad. Turner's tenure has also involved oversight roles, including on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, where he advocates for robust defense budgets and counterterrorism efforts.

Throughout his career, Turner has faced scrutiny for his stances on international aid and military engagements, with critics accusing him of hawkish policies that prioritize defense spending over domestic needs. Nonetheless, he remains a key figure in Ohio's Republican delegation, representing a district encompassing Dayton and surrounding areas, and continues to influence networks of defense contractors and foreign policy allies.