


Jon Husted Appointed to Fill U.S. Senate Seat Left Vacant by JD Vance
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has appointed Jon Husted to the U.S. Senate, filling the vacancy left by JD Vance's resignation ahead of the 2026 special election.
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine appointed Lt. Governor Jon Husted to replace JD Vance in the U.S. Senate. Husted, 57, will serve until a special election in November 2026. DeWine praised Husted’s experience and alliance-building abilities. Husted acknowledged the challenging transition from pursuing a gubernatorial bid to the Senate but expressed readiness for the role. The decision streamlines GOP strategies for upcoming elections, potentially impacting candidates like Vivek Ramaswamy. Husted plans to confirm Trump's Cabinet nominees and stated he will run to retain the Senate seat in 2026.
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