Federal
General Election
U.S. Senate. Special General Election
Special election for seat held by Jon Husted (appointed after JD Vance became VP). Husted (R) vs Sherrod Brown (D).
Jon Husted
Republican · Incumbent
Incumbent Republican senator appointed after JD Vance became vice president; seeking election in the Nov. 3, 2026 special. Former Ohio House Speaker and Lt. Governor. Faces former Sen. Sherrod Brown. Brand: tax cuts, jobs, career tech, election integrity.
Conservative 85
Taxes
Jobs
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Sherrod Brown
Democrat
Former three-term U.S. senator; lost 2024 re-election to Bernie Moreno. Democratic nominee in 2026 special to finish the Vance term now held by Jon Husted. Economic populism, unions, and working-class brand.
Conservative 18
Workers
Trade
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