Ohio Senate race set between Jon Husted, Sherrod Brown after projected primary wins
Updated on: May 6, 2026 / 10:06 AM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Sherrod Brown won his primary to face Jon Husted in the Ohio Senate race.
- This contest is projected to be one of the most expensive Senate races of the cycle.
- Brown is attempting a comeback after losing reelection in 2024.
- Husted, formerly lieutenant governor and secretary of state, was appointed to fill Vice President JD Vance's seat.
- Republicans and Democrats are making substantial advertising reservations, totaling tens of millions of dollars.
- Brown led Husted in first-quarter fundraising, but Democrats face an uphill battle in Ohio.
- Democrats need to net four seats to take Senate majority, with Ohio being a key opportunity.