Ohio Governor DeWine selects Vance's Senate replacement, shaping 2026 gubernatorial race dynamics.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is deciding who will replace Vice President-elect JD Vance in the Senate. Vance prefers a strong, pro-MAGA conservative and opposes moderates or RINOs. Potential candidates include Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted, Attorney General Dave Yost, and former GOP chair Jane Timken. The decision could influence the 2026 gubernatorial race, with Vance opposing state Senator Matt Dolan, a close friend of DeWine.

November 11, 2024
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