Ohio Gov. DeWine Appoints Lt. Governor Jon Husted to Fill JD Vance’s Vacant Senate Seat
Mike DeWine made a significant announcement, appointing Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Vice President-elect J.D. Vance. This appointment comes as Ohio's political landscape faces changes, ensuring continued Republican representation in the Senate until a special election takes place in November 2026.
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Who is Jon Husted?
Jon Husted is no stranger to Ohio politics. Before becoming the Lieutenant Governor, Husted served as the 50th Ohio Secretary of State from 2011 to 2019. Additionally, he was the 99th Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives from 2005 to 2009. His long career in public service, including his current role as Lieutenant Governor since 2019, has solidified Husted as a prominent figure in the state’s Republican Party.
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Husted’s appointment is expected to bring a wealth of experience to the Senate, making him a strong contender for Ohio’s political future.
While Jon Husted will serve as the interim U.S. Senator for Ohio, the seat's future will ultimately be decided by voters in a special election scheduled for November 2026. This election will determine who will fill the remainder of Vance's Senate term, which spans six years. As the
