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Ohio GOP Volunteers Pivot to Anti-Socialism Messaging as Turnout Plummets
politics2 hours ago

Ohio GOP Volunteers Pivot to Anti-Socialism Messaging as Turnout Plummets

Republican volunteers in Ohio are struggling with low engagement ahead of the 2026 midterms, particularly in the tight Senate race between Jon Husted and Sherrod Brown. Facing a slump in grassroots activity compared to 2024, local organizers have abandoned economic arguments in favor of warning voters about the threat of socialism. This strategic shift aims to re-energize the base and counter rising Democratic enthusiasm, though many remain uncertain about the outcome.

via The New York Times|
#2026-midterms#jon-husted#ohio-senate-race
Ohio Senate Race: GOP-Linked PAC Sends Mailers for Socialist Candidate, Prompting Campaign Backlash
politics6 days ago

Ohio Senate Race: GOP-Linked PAC Sends Mailers for Socialist Candidate, Prompting Campaign Backlash

A super PAC linked to a GOP vendor is sending mailers supporting a socialist candidate in Ohio's Senate race. The socialist's campaign calls the effort deceptive and considers legal action, while the broader race remains a tight, high-spend contest between incumbent Jon Husted and former Sen. Sherrod Brown.

via AP News|
#2026-elections#campaign-finance#ohio-senate-race
Husted fires Ohio Senate aide over Nazi imagery and white supremacist playlists
politics1 month ago

Husted fires Ohio Senate aide over Nazi imagery and white supremacist playlists

Republican Senator Jon Husted dismissed his political director, Stephen Woytek, after The Washington Post revealed Woytek used Nazi SS soldiers as a Facebook profile picture and created a playlist celebrating Rhodesia. The firing occurred during a tight re-election race against Sherrod Brown, adding to a pattern of controversies involving young Republican associates and extremist online activity.

via The Guardian|
#jon-husted#ohio-senate-race#politics
Husted Blames Democrats for Rising Energy Costs as GOP Warns Data Center Backlash Threatens Ohio Senate Seat
politics1 month ago

Husted Blames Democrats for Rising Energy Costs as GOP Warns Data Center Backlash Threatens Ohio Senate Seat

Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) defended Trump’s energy policies at a steel plant in Middletown, blaming rising utility costs on Democratic closures of power plants rather than new data centers. This move follows a warning from the National Republican Senatorial Committee that public backlash against data centers is jeopardizing Husted’s reelection bid against Sherrod Brown. While Husted highlighted a $1 billion investment in local manufacturing, Brown’s campaign argues Husted is responsible for tax breaks that fueled the data center boom. Polls show Brown leading by 8 points, with data centers cited as a major factor in voter dissatisfaction.

via CNBC|
#data-centers#energy-policy#jon-husted
politics1 year ago

Brown's Entry Shifts Ohio Senate Race Dynamics

A new poll shows Husted leading Brown in Ohio's Senate race, with Husted holding significant advantages among certain voter groups, while Brown leads among younger, women, and independent voters. The poll also indicates Ramaswamy leading Democrat Amy Acton in the gubernatorial race, with potential matchups favoring Ramaswamy. These results highlight the challenging landscape for Democrats in Ohio's upcoming elections.

via Politico|
#brown#elections#husted
Sherrod Brown Launches 2026 Ohio Senate Campaign to Unseat Husted
politics1 year ago

Sherrod Brown Launches 2026 Ohio Senate Campaign to Unseat Husted

Former Senator Sherrod Brown announced his bid for Ohio's Senate seat in 2026, challenging Republican Jon Husted, citing his commitment to workers and opposition to policies he views as harmful to Ohioans. Brown's decision comes after losing his re-election last year and relocating closer to Columbus, with the race potentially impacting the control of the Senate.

via NBC News|
#2026-election#democrats#husted
Sherrod Brown Urges Democrats to Prioritize Working-Class Voters Amid GOP Criticism
politics1 year ago

Sherrod Brown Urges Democrats to Prioritize Working-Class Voters Amid GOP Criticism

Senator Sherrod Brown criticized his GOP challenger Bernie Moreno for running a "dirty" campaign filled with "lies" in negative ads, contributing to his loss in the Ohio Senate race. Brown attributed his defeat to the influence of Donald Trump and the substantial financial backing Moreno received, which he claims spread misinformation. Brown also pointed to Vice President Kamala Harris's poor performance in key swing states as a factor in his loss. The Republicans' victory in Ohio helped them secure control of the Senate for the first time in nearly four years.

via Washington Examiner|
#bernie-moreno#donald-trump#negative-ads
"Bernie Moreno's Rise and Trump's Endorsement Power in Ohio Politics"
politics2 years ago

"Bernie Moreno's Rise and Trump's Endorsement Power in Ohio Politics"

Recent polls suggest that Bernie Moreno, the Ohio Senate candidate backed by Donald Trump, faces a tough battle against incumbent Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown in the highly contested Buckeye State. Several surveys indicate Brown leading in a hypothetical matchup, with Moreno clinching the Ohio Republican nomination by a narrow margin. While some polls suggested that another Republican candidate, Matt Dolan, might fare better against Brown, Moreno is gearing up to challenge the incumbent senator in November.

via Newsweek|
#bernie-moreno#ohio-senate-race#politics
"Trump-Backed Moreno and Sherrod Brown Clash in Ohio Senate Race"
politics2 years ago

"Trump-Backed Moreno and Sherrod Brown Clash in Ohio Senate Race"

After winning the Ohio Republican Senate primary, Bernie Moreno aims to unseat Democratic incumbent Sherrod Brown by branding him as a far-left apparatchik, while Brown emphasizes his bipartisan efforts and relationships with executives. The race is now focused on defining each other, with Brown's allies characterizing Moreno as an unprincipled businessman, and Moreno framing Brown as an extreme liberal and political phony. The battle could determine which party controls the Senate, with each candidate accusing the other of selling out Ohio workers and being out of step with mainstream voters.

via NBC News|
#bernie-moreno#bipartisan-efforts#general-election
"Bernie Moreno's Ohio GOP Senate Primary Win: A Blow to Republicans and a Boost for Democrats"
politics2 years ago

"Bernie Moreno's Ohio GOP Senate Primary Win: A Blow to Republicans and a Boost for Democrats"

Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown criticizes his Republican opponent Bernie Moreno, accusing him of prioritizing his own interests over those of Ohio. Brown highlights Moreno's support for a national abortion ban despite Ohio's constitutional amendment protecting abortion rights. Moreno's campaign fires back, emphasizing his business success and criticizing Brown's long political career. The Ohio Senate race is expected to be closely contested, with Democrats relying on Brown to maintain their slim majority. Early polling shows Brown leading Moreno, who secured the Republican nomination with a strong endorsement from former President Trump.

via The Hill|
#abortion-rights#bernie-moreno#ohio-senate-race
"Trump-Backed Candidate Bernie Moreno Wins Ohio GOP Primary, Shaping Senate Race for 2024"
politics2 years ago

"Trump-Backed Candidate Bernie Moreno Wins Ohio GOP Primary, Shaping Senate Race for 2024"

Bernie Moreno, a Republican endorsed by former president Donald Trump, won the GOP primary for the Ohio Senate race, setting up a general-election matchup against Sen. Sherrod Brown. This race is crucial as it could determine control of the Senate next year. Democratic groups are already attempting to portray Moreno as an untrustworthy extremist due to his shifting stance on Trump and his opposition to the Affordable Care Act and abortion. Meanwhile, Trump and Biden saw wins in Republican and Democratic primaries in Ohio, Arizona, Illinois, Kansas, and Florida, with Biden's only loss being in Florida where the Democratic primary was canceled.

via The Washington Post|
#bernie-moreno#democratic-primaries#donald-trump