


JD Vance Resigns from Senate Ahead of Vice Presidency
Vice President-elect JD Vance resigns from the Senate, allowing Ohio Governor Mike DeWine to appoint a successor before a special election in 2026.
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JD Vance has officially resigned from his Senate seat effective Friday, paving the way for his vice presidency. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine will appoint a successor, who will serve until a special election in 2026. This resignation temporarily reduces the Republican majority in the Senate, now at 51 votes. Vance acknowledged the honor of serving Ohio and expressed his commitment to support President Trump's agenda over the next four years. Potential candidates for the Senate seat include Lt. Gov. Jon Husted and other Ohio Republicans.
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