Jon Husted
U.S. Senator, OH · Republican · Ohio
Jon Husted is Ohio’s appointed Republican U.S. Senator and a former lieutenant governor and secretary of state, running to hold the seat in the 2026 special election.
Profile last updated Jul 7, 2026 · Center Field Politics
Scout's Report
A long-serving Ohio Republican with statewide executive experience, now defending an appointed Senate seat.
Core Strength
Extensive statewide experience, establishment support, and broad name recognition.
Core Weakness
Must build a federal record quickly while defending an appointment.
Recent Action
Running in the 2026 special election to keep the U.S. Senate seat he was appointed to in 2025.
Key Metrics
- Reliability
- 97%
- Documented Controversies
- 0
- Funding Secured
- $55M
Roll-call or session participation — did they show up?
Official ethics findings or court records only.
State workforce and technology programs directed during his tenure (absolute).
Where They Stand
Stances on the issues many voters care most about. Where a candidate has not given a clear answer we mark it "Mixed / Partial" or "Unclear" rather than guess. Positions are drawn from official records and bias-labeled news sources; they are descriptive only and are never scored.
Environment—Opposes3
Climate protections and regulation versus fewer climate-related regulations on industry.
Skeptical of aggressive climate mandates; favors domestic energy and manufacturing.
Healthcare—Opposes3
Expanding healthcare coverage for all versus expanding market-based, private insurance.
Opposes single-payer; favors market-based coverage.
Second Amendment—Opposes3
New firearm regulations versus no new firearm regulations.
A Second Amendment supporter opposing most new firearm restrictions.
Immigration—Opposes3
Pathways to citizenship versus a closed-border approach.
Supports stricter border enforcement.
Roe v. Wade—Opposes3
Protecting access to abortion versus restricting access to abortion.
Supports abortion restrictions.
National Security—Supports3
Whether diplomacy or military strength should be the primary national-security priority.
Backs a firm posture toward Iran, consistent with his party.
Party Loyalty
Party-line alignment on major recorded votes.