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NewsThe GuardianMay 6, 2026United States

Ohio Primary Election Results: Senate and Governor Candidates Set

Following the Ohio primary elections, candidates for the U.S. Senate and the state's governorship have been finalized for the November midterm elections. The results set the stage for high-profile races that could impact the balance of power in the U.S. Senate and the leadership of Ohio.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of these races will determine who fills the remainder of a U.S. Senate term and who serves as the next Governor of Ohio, with significant campaign spending expected from both parties.

Key Facts

  • Sherrod Brown (Democrat) and Jon Husted (Republican) won their respective party nominations for the U.S. Senate.
  • The Senate race is a special election to fill the remainder of the term originally won by JD Vance in 2022.
  • The main Senate Republican Super PAC plans to spend $79 million in Ohio, with Democratic-aligned groups expected to match that amount.
  • Derek Merrin won the Republican nomination to challenge incumbent Democrat Marcy Kaptur for her House seat.
  • Vivek Ramaswamy won the Republican nomination for Governor, and Amy Acton won the Democratic nomination.
  • The general election is scheduled for November 3.
  • Ohio's current congressional delegation consists of five Democrats and 10 Republicans.

Who's Mentioned

personVivek Ramaswamy“Republican nominee for Governor”personMike DeWine“Current Governor of Ohio”personSherrod Brown“Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate”personDerek Merrin“Republican nominee for House of Representatives”personAmy Acton“Democratic nominee for Governor”personDonald Trump“Former U.S. President”personChuck Schumer“Senate Democratic minority leader”personJon Husted“Republican nominee for U.S. Senate”personJD Vance“Former senator whose seat is being filled”personMarcy Kaptur“Democratic incumbent for House of Representatives”