Former Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown Announces 2026 Senate Run

Sherrod Brown, the former Ohio senator who lost his seat in 2024 to Bernie Moreno, has announced his intention to run for the U.S. Senate in 2026, aiming for a political comeback. Brown plans to challenge incumbent Senator Jon Husted, who was appointed earlier this year by Governor Mike DeWine to replace Vice President J.D. Vance. Democrats view Brown as a key figure in their efforts to regain control of the Senate and see his candidacy as a crucial opportunity to contest the increasingly Republican-leaning Ohio. Despite his previous defeat, Brown's long-standing reputation and public recognition provide the Democrats with a strategic advantage, although the race remains highly competitive given Ohio’s shifting political landscape. Brown’s decision also ends speculation about a potential gubernatorial run, instead focusing his efforts on the Senate race. The outcome will likely hinge on national political dynamics, local voter sentiment, and campaign messaging centered on economic and security issues.