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A leaked memo reveals that national Republican leaders are concerned about Ohio's U.S. Senate race, which has seen data centers take center stage. Campaign ads from Sherrod Brown target Jon Husted, claiming he led to the arrival of massive energy-sucking facilities in Ohio. The memo stated that if voters' perceptions of data centers are not fixed quickly, political opposition will expand far beyond Ohio.

JD Vance will campaign at the Cleveland-Cliffs Middletown Works facility, a site where his grandfather worked for nearly 40 years. During the visit, he plans to promote economic policies related to expanding U.S. manufacturing and highlight his Rust Belt roots ahead of midterm elections. The event occurs amid heightened political competition in Ohio.

Sherrod Brown, who is 73, is mounting a comeback bid in Ohio. His effort involves the Democratic party, which is counting on his involvement to retake control of the Senate.

In Ohio’s U.S. Senate race, candidates Sherrod Brown and Jon Husted offer contrasting visions regarding data center development. Brown criticized Husted’s support of developer tax breaks, advocating instead that data centers pay their full electricity costs and process waste water safely. Conversely, Husted defends new developments, arguing they create construction jobs and broaden the tax base for rural communities.

Ohio, a traditionally Republican state, is causing GOP challenges in the midterms due to domestic abuse allegations against Rep. Max Miller, a closely contested Senate race, and growing voter discontent. The GOP faces difficulties in the 7th House District and the Senate race, with concerns over Miller's candidacy and public sentiment affecting their prospects.

Sherrod Brown raised $14.1 million in direct donations and $3 million from an affiliated PAC in Q2 2026, while Jon Husted reported $3.4 million in direct donations and $4.3 million from three affiliated PACs. Brown’s campaign highlighted Husted’s prioritization of corporate interests, and Husted’s campaign claimed its total was the largest second-quarter fundraising by an Ohio Republican Senate candidate. This marks the third consecutive Ohio Senate race where the Democratic nominee’s fundraising exceeded the Republican’s.

The rapid expansion of energy-intensive data centers is becoming a pivotal issue in U.S. political campaigns, sparking cross-partisan opposition in rural areas due to concerns over water usage, pollution, and land use. This issue is influencing races in Texas, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania, with candidates from both parties addressing public fears about the impact of data centers on communities.

Democrats are leveraging rural opposition to energy-intensive data centers powering AI as a political issue in Texas and other states, with candidates like Gina Hinojosa highlighting concerns over water use, land loss, and corporate secrecy. The backlash is influencing statewide races, including challenges to Republican incumbents in Ohio, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania, as communities unite against data center projects over pollution and resource fears.

A Democratic Senate super PAC is allocating $54 million in TV ads for the final stretch of the midterm campaign, targeting four Republican-held Senate seats in Ohio, Iowa, North Carolina, and Alaska. The group has increased its total reservations in these states while a Republican-aligned super PAC holds a larger cash reserve. The Democratic PAC plans additional spending before Election Day.

Democrats are leveraging rural opposition to data centers in Texas and other states, positioning the issue as a threat to rural life and water resources. The backlash against energy-intensive data centers is influencing statewide campaigns, with candidates like Texas gubernatorial nominee Gina Hinojosa and Ohio Senate candidate Sherrod Brown criticizing their impact. The issue is splitting conservative rural areas and challenging Republican dominance in states like Texas, where data center growth is projected to surge.

Senator Sherrod Brown criticizes Republican Jon Husted for supporting data centers, accusing him of favoring tax deals and causing rising electricity bills. Populist issues like data centers and property taxes are reshaping Ohio's political landscape, influencing the GOP's approach ahead of the November election.

Josh Turek, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Iowa, received over $20,000 in per diem payments while missing more than half of his 2026 votes, with absences linked to campaign events and lower fundraising compared to other candidates.

An elections forecaster shifted three U.S. Senate races in Democrats' favor, including Ohio, Alaska, and North Carolina. Republicans remain favored to retain Senate control, but Democrats have a clearer path to a majority if they win key toss-up states and competitive races.

FBI agents searched the office of the Ohio Organizing Collaborative, a voter registration group, seizing documents and questioning staff. The investigation, linked to alleged voter fraud, has drawn criticism from Democrats who accuse federal authorities of intimidation tactics ahead of upcoming elections.

An elections forecaster shifted three U.S. Senate races in Alaska, Ohio, and North Carolina toward Democrats, improving their prospects but not guaranteeing Senate control. Republicans remain favored to retain the chamber, with four races now labeled toss-ups.

An elections forecaster shifted three U.S. Senate races in Democrats' favor for the 2026 midterms, including Ohio, Alaska, and North Carolina. The forecast now lists four races as pure toss-ups, with Democrats needing to sweep these and other competitive contests to gain Senate control.

An elections forecaster shifted three U.S. Senate races in 2026 midterms to favor Democrats in North Carolina, Alaska, and Ohio. Democrats now need to sweep four toss-up states and win competitive races to gain Senate control, though Republicans remain favored overall.

An elections forecaster shifted three U.S. Senate races in Alaska, Ohio, and North Carolina toward Democrats, though Republicans remain favored to retain Senate control. Strong candidates in Alaska and Ohio, including former Sen. Sherrod Brown and Rep. Mary Peltola, are improving Democratic prospects in those states.

Sherrod Brown leads Jon Husted in the Ohio Senate race by 8 points according to a Fox News poll, with 53 percent support for Brown and 45 percent for Husted. President Trump's favorability in Ohio has declined.

A Fox News poll shows Democrat Sherrod Brown leading Republican incumbent Jon Husted in Ohio's Senate race, with Trump's declining favorability benefiting Brown. Brown holds an 8-point lead, supported by independents, younger voters, and non-MAGA Republicans, while Husted is favored by white evangelical Christians and rural voters.

A Fox News survey shows President Donald Trump's favorability in Ohio has declined, benefiting Democrat Sherrod Brown in the Senate race. Brown leads Republican Jon Husted 53% to 45% in the poll, with strong support from Democrats, independents, and younger voters. Trump's negative ratings in Ohio (42% favorable, 57% unfavorable) are cited as a liability for Husted.

A survey of Ohio lawmakers predicts outcomes for the 2024 midterm elections, including a Senate race between Sherrod Brown and Jon Husted, a governor race between Amy Acton and Vivek Ramaswamy, and a congressional race in Ohio’s 9th district. Respondents estimated a 35% chance for Brown to win the Senate race, 64% for Ramaswamy in the governor race, and Kaptur’s continued representation in the 9th district despite redrawn district lines.

Democratic candidates in key midterm races are using the Jeffrey Epstein scandal to attack Republican opponents, linking them to Epstein's financial ties. The GOP counters by accusing Democrats of hypocrisy over their own past donations from Epstein-associated figures.

Republicans are frustrated that the crypto industry's biggest political spender, Fairshake super PAC, hasn't stepped up to support them in the midterms despite their pro-crypto legislation wins. Fairshake has a massive $165 million war chest but hasn't announced which races it will target. Republicans are concerned that Fairshake may not oppose Ohio Democrat Sherrod Brown, who has softened his stance on crypto.

The Ohio primary set up marquee matchups in November, including a U.S. Senate race between former Sen. Sherrod Brown and Republican Sen. Jon Husted, and a governor's race between biotech billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy and Dr. Amy Acton. The Senate race is crucial for control of the chamber, while Democrats see the governor's race as their best chance of victory in two decades. The races are expected to be expensive, with the Senate Leadership Fund pledging $79 million to defend Husted.

Steve Kornacki breaks down primary races in Ohio and Indiana, including Vivek Ramaswamy's win in the Republican governor's race in Ohio and Sherrod Brown's win in the Democratic Senate primary. The races tested the impact of nationwide redistricting efforts. Key candidates won their respective primaries.

Ohio is a competitive battleground in the midterm races with Democratic ex-Senator Sherrod Brown and Republican Senator Jon Husted facing off in a general election. Both parties are navigating the state's importance in the midterms. The election is expected to be significant.

Republican senator Jon Husted and Democrat Sherrod Brown won their party's nominations in Ohio's primary elections, setting them up for a high-profile Senate race in November's midterm elections. The Ohio Senate seat is a priority for Democrats in their bid to retake control of the chamber. Husted ran unopposed, while Brown had a single opponent who he handily outraised.

CBS News projected Sherrod Brown as the winner of the Democratic primary, while Jon Husted ran unopposed in the Ohio Senate race. The outcome sets the stage for the general election. The primary results indicate a contested Senate seat.

Sherrod Brown won the Ohio Democratic Senate nomination and will face Republican Sen. John Husted in the general election, which could determine the Senate majority. Brown previously served three decades in Congress before being defeated in 2024. The winner will fill the final two years of JD Vance's Senate term.

Sherrod Brown won the Ohio Democratic Senate nomination and will face Republican Sen. John Husted in the general election, which could determine the Senate majority. The seat was previously held by JD Vance, who stepped down after being elected Vice President. The election is expected to be competitive.

Sen. Jon Husted and former Sen. Sherrod Brown are projected to win their primaries for Senate in Ohio, setting up a November showdown. Husted was unopposed in the GOP contest, while Brown easily defeated a Democratic rival. The race is considered one of the most competitive midterm races in the country.

Sherrod Brown wins Democratic Senate nomination in Ohio, setting up a key battleground race. He is running for Senate again in 2026 after losing in 2024. This win marks a significant development in Ohio's political landscape.

Senator Jon Husted and former Senator Sherrod Brown are expected to face off in the Ohio Senate race to fill out the remainder of Vice President Vance's seat. Husted was appointed to the seat by Governor Mike DeWine in 2024 and faces no primary challenger. Brown served three terms in the Senate and is seeking the Democratic primary nod.

Ohio voters are selecting candidates for the midterm elections, which will play a major role in deciding whether Republicans maintain control of Congress. The state's Senate special election is a key race, with Democrat Sherrod Brown vying to unseat Republican incumbent Jon Husted. The winner will serve the final two years of the term.

Sen. Jon Husted has secured 75 endorsements from Ohio's county sheriffs, including a 'clean sweep' of Independent sheriffs and a show of support from across party lines. This historic backing is the largest show of support from law enforcement in the state's history. Husted's opponent, Sherrod Brown, is aiming to return to the Senate after being ousted in 2024.

Sen. Jon Husted has secured 75 endorsements from Ohio's county sheriffs, including a 'clean sweep' of Independent sheriffs and support from across party lines, marking a record-breaking show of support from law enforcement. This endorsement is seen as a significant boost to Husted's campaign. The endorsements are largely due to Husted's stance on immigration and crime policies.

Democratic Senate candidate Sherrod Brown faces GOP criticism for recent border security comments conflicting with his 32-year voting record opposing border walls and supporting sanctuary cities. Brown, a three-term senator, now seeks to reclaim a Senate seat in Ohio, where immigration remains a key issue in the competitive 2026 race.

Democratic Senate candidate Sherrod Brown faces criticism from Republicans for claiming to support border closure despite a 32-year voting record opposing border security measures and deportation of criminal aliens. His recent remarks contradict past actions, including voting to protect sanctuary cities and dismissing border wall construction as 'stupid.' The Ohio Senate race, a key battleground for the Senate majority, highlights immigration as a central issue.

Sherrod Brown raised $10.1 million in Q1 2024 compared to Jon Husted's $2.9 million, with Brown holding $16.5 million in cash reserves versus Husted's $8.2 million. Senate Republicans plan to spend $79 million via the Senate Leadership Fund to support Husted, while Democrats hope Brown can flip Ohio's red-leaning Senate seat.