Who Will Take JD Vance’s Senate Seat?

A Look at the Candidates and Their Chances

JD Vance, the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Ohio, is widely expected to win the general election in November.

However, if Vance were to drop out of the race or be unable to serve, the Ohio Republican Party would have to choose a replacement nominee.

Several potential candidates have emerged, including former Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel, former Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted, and Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted.

Josh Mandel

Mandel is a conservative Republican who has served as Ohio Treasurer since 2011. He is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and served two tours of duty in Iraq.

Mandel is a strong supporter of President Donald Trump and has campaigned on a platform of tax cuts, deregulation, and increased military spending.

He is considered to be one of the frontrunners to replace Vance if necessary.

Jon Husted

Husted is a moderate Republican who has served as Ohio Secretary of State since 2011. He is a graduate of the University of Dayton and has worked as a lawyer and businessman.

Husted is a close ally of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and has campaigned on a platform of economic development, job creation, and education reform.

He is considered to be another potential frontrunner to replace Vance if necessary.

Jon Husted

Husted is a conservative Republican who has served as Ohio Lieutenant Governor since 2019. He is a graduate of Miami University and has worked as a businessman and politician.

Husted is a strong supporter of President Donald Trump and has campaigned on a platform of tax cuts, deregulation, and increased military spending.

He is considered to be a potential frontrunner to replace Vance if necessary.

The Ohio Republican Party will hold a special election to choose a replacement nominee if Vance is unable to serve. The election will be held within 30 days of Vance’s withdrawal from the race.

The winner of the special election will face Democratic nominee Tim Ryan in the general election in November.