Ohio set for marquee races in the fall. US Senate contest seen as crucial for control of the chamber
Ohio's recent primaries have set the stage for two critical fall elections: a U.S. Senate race and a gubernatorial contest.
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AI-generatedOhio's recent primaries have set the stage for two critical fall elections: a U.S. Senate race and a gubernatorial contest. The U.S. Senate race, a highly anticipated and expensive battle, is seen as pivotal for determining control of the chamber. Incumbent Republican Senator Jon Husted will face Democrat Sherrod Brown, a former three-term senator seeking to reclaim his seat. Democrats view the Ohio governor's race as a significant opportunity for victory. The Senate race is particularly notable as it's the third costly Senate election in Ohio within four years, with Republicans aiming to maintain their majority.
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5 extractedThe Senate Leadership Fund has pledged $79 million to defend Husted.
Former Sen. Sherrod Brown will attempt to unseat Republican Sen. Jon Husted.
Tuesday’s primary in Ohio set up two marquee matchups in November — a U.S. Senate race that will help determine control of the chamber and a governor’s race.
The U.S. Senate race is expected to be stunningly expensive, the state’s third in four years.
Democrats are counting on Brown’s previous popularity with voters to flip the seat.