Joe the Plumber is planning to run for congress!

Remember the man from Ohio, dubbed as “Joe the Plumber,” who questioned Barack Obama about his economic policies during the 2008 presidential campaign? Well, he has filed his candidacy to run for congress! According to his statement, Joe plans to run as a Republican in Ohio’s 9th U.S. House district.

Joe the Plumber is Samuel “Joe” Wurzelbacher and his campaign committee was registered under the name “Joe for Congress 2012” and he listed himself as treasurer.

His credentials include writing a book, speaking at conservative gatherings and has worked with a veterans’ organization in Alaska that provides outdoor programs for wounded soldiers.

Joe the Plumber is also considered by many as the face of middle Americans.