Ohio Governor Faces Key Decision in Replacing VP-Elect JD Vance in Senate

Governor Mike DeWine will appoint a temporary replacement for JD Vance's Senate seat until a special election in 2026.

JD Vance's election as Vice President leaves his Ohio Senate seat vacant, prompting a replacement process.
Ohio law allows the governor to appoint a temporary senator until a special election is held in 2026.
Governor Mike DeWine is expected to choose a Republican candidate in line with party expectations.
Potential candidates include Vivek Ramaswamy, Matt Dolan, Frank LaRose, Jane Timken, and Jon Husted.
The appointed senator will serve until the special election, with the winner completing Vance's term through 2028.