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Jim Tressel Nominated as Ohio’s Lieutenant Governor by Mike DeWine

The former Ohio State football coach and university president faces legislative confirmation to fill the role left by Jon Husted.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine talks with former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel while standing on the sideline prior to the start of an NFL football game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, in Cleveland.
Sep 3, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State honored the the 2002 National Championship team and former head coach Jim Tressel between quarters of the NCAA football game between Ohio State Buckeyes and Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Robertson-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
Ohio State coach Jim Tressel celebrates after his Buckeyes defeated the Miami Hurricanes 31=24 in double overtime in the BCS national championship game on Jan. 3, 2003, in Tempe, Arizona.
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Overview

  • Governor Mike DeWine has chosen Jim Tressel, former Ohio State football coach and Youngstown State University president, to serve as Ohio's lieutenant governor.
  • Tressel's appointment follows Jon Husted's move to the U.S. Senate, leaving the lieutenant governor position vacant.
  • The nomination has surprised many political insiders, as it was widely expected that Lydia Mihalik, director of the Department of Development, would be selected.
  • Tressel’s role in the administration and his future political ambitions remain unclear, with legislative confirmation still pending.
  • While Tressel is widely known for his achievements in sports and academia, questions have been raised about his qualifications for a state government leadership role.