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Former Ohio State Coach Jim Tressel Confirmed as Ohio’s Lieutenant Governor

Jim Tressel, known for his leadership in sports and education, was appointed by Governor Mike DeWine to succeed Jon Husted, now a U.S. Senator.

  • Jim Tressel, former Ohio State football coach and Youngstown State University president, was confirmed as Ohio's lieutenant governor by the state legislature on Wednesday.
  • The Ohio Senate voted 31-1 and the House voted 68-27 to approve Governor Mike DeWine's nomination of Tressel for the role.
  • Tressel replaces Jon Husted, who was recently appointed to the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Vice President J.D. Vance.
  • Governor DeWine praised Tressel as a 'born leader' and highlighted his experience in education and workforce development, areas he will continue to focus on as lieutenant governor.
  • Tressel's career includes a national championship with Ohio State in 2002, six Big Ten titles, and leadership roles at Youngstown State and the University of Akron, despite controversy surrounding his resignation from Ohio State in 2011 over NCAA violations.
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