Jon Husted

Republican candidate in the Ohio Senate (special) race, November 3, 2026. Appointed senator; former lieutenant governor. Incumbent.

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Documented positions

Describes himself as an unwavering opponent of abortion. (2017-07) source
Led an overhaul of Ohio's concealed-carry law. (2017-07) source
Calls for a compromise that deports lawbreakers but creates a legal pathway for others. (2025-08) source
Blames the Affordable Care Act, which Brown voted for, for rising insurance prices. (2026-08-04) source
Voted for Ohio's ban on same-sex marriage before the 2015 Supreme Court ruling. (state record) source
Backs requiring data centers to build their own power and pay their own way. (2026-08-04) source
Wants financial pressure on Russia to force it to withdraw from Ukraine. (2025-05) source

Each position is taken from the linked source; dates show when it was recorded.

Estimated lane

Where no documented position exists, the Atlas estimates answers from the Mainstream Republican lane of the Republican Party. These estimates are labelled “est.” on the race page and are not the candidate’s stated views.

Race information last updated October 24, 2026.