BREAKING: Jon Husted to fill JD Vance’s Senate seat – EVOL

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is widely anticipated to appoint Lt. Gov. Jon Husted to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by JD Vance.

Vance is set to assume the role of Vice President on Monday as Donald Trump begins his second term as President, following a four-year hiatus during the Biden administration.

Husted’s potential selection aligns with his political trajectory, as he had been preparing to run for governor in 2026 as DeWine’s successor.

However, Republican insiders suggest that a Senate appointment may be a more viable path for Husted, as reports indicate he might face challenges in securing a Republican primary victory for governor.

DeWine is scheduled to hold a press conference at 1 p.m. local time, with speculation mounting that he will formally announce Husted as his choice for the Senate.

While the official agenda for the press conference has not been disclosed, multiple Republican sources have indicated that the announcement is imminent.

Ramaswamy Considered for Senate or Governorship

Former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, who ran against Trump in the Republican primary before endorsing him, was also rumored to be under consideration for the Senate seat.

Ramaswamy reportedly met with DeWine to discuss

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