Ohio Secretary of State announces Senate candidacy.
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose Joins Crowded Republican Field for US Senate
August 8, 2023 3:56 PM EDT
- The Gist
- Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose announces candidacy for US Senate
- LaRose aims to serve as the next United States senator
- LaRose's strong fundraising potential and leading role in a ballot measure are key factors in his campaign
- LaRose's hesitance to fully embrace Trump may draw criticism from Republicans
- LaRose expected to be a prolific fundraiser and start the primary with a double-digit lead
- Ohio Republican Party not getting involved in the primary, setting the stage for a messy battle
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has announced his candidacy for the US Senate, joining a crowded Republican field. LaRose, a decorated Iraq War veteran and former state senator, aims to serve as the next United States senator. His entry into the race comes as Ohio becomes increasingly conservative, making Democratic incumbent Sen. Sherrod Brown vulnerable. LaRose's strong fundraising potential and his leading role in a ballot measure to raise the threshold for changing the state constitution are expected to be key factors in his campaign.
LaRose took to Twitter to express his mission of giving back to the state, stating, "I'm on a mission to give back to the state... That's why I'm running to serve as your next United States senator." As a veteran and former state senator, LaRose brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to public service to his campaign.
LaRose is a leading proponent of a ballot measure aimed at raising the threshold required to change the state constitution. This measure is seen as a response to a potential ballot measure seeking to enshrine abortion rights. Abortion rights groups have submitted signatures to put the measure on the November ballot, with Democrats hoping that the fight over abortion rights will mobilize their base ahead of the 2024 election.
LaRose's hesitance to fully embrace former President Donald Trump may draw criticism from Republicans. While his opponent, J.D. Dolan, did not seek Trump's endorsement during his 2022 Senate campaign, LaRose has expressed a desire to secure Trump's endorsement for his own campaign. However, a private recording in which LaRose downplayed the power of Trump's endorsement could complicate his efforts.
LaRose is expected to be a prolific fundraiser, and polling indicates that he would start the primary with a double-digit lead. His opponents, Dolan and Mike Moreno, are both self-funders likely to inject millions into their campaigns. LaRose believes that his strong fundraising capabilities and experience give him the best chance of defeating Sen. Sherrod Brown.
The Ohio Republican Party has decided not to get involved in the primary, setting the stage for a messy and contentious battle among the candidates. LaRose will face questions about his loyalty to Trump and his tenure as Ohio's top elections official. Dolan, who has been critical of Trump, does not view himself as anti-Trump, while Moreno is closely aligned with the former president and has received backing from J.D. Vance.
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose's entry into the crowded Republican field for the US Senate brings a decorated veteran and experienced legislator to the forefront. With Ohio's increasing conservatism and Sen. Sherrod Brown's vulnerability, LaRose's campaign is poised to be a significant force in the upcoming primary. However, his relationship with Trump and his stance on abortion rights will likely be key points of contention. The primary is expected to be a messy and contentious battle, with LaRose, Dolan, and Moreno vying for the chance to challenge Sen. Brown in the general election.
LaRose is a leading proponent of a ballot measure aimed at raising the threshold required to change the state constitution. This measure is seen as a response to a potential ballot measure seeking to enshrine abortion rights. Abortion rights groups have submitted signatures to put the measure on the November ballot, with Democrats hoping that the fight over abortion rights will mobilize their base ahead of the 2024 election.
LaRose's hesitance to fully embrace former President Donald Trump may draw criticism from Republicans. While his opponent, J.D. Dolan, did not seek Trump's endorsement during his 2022 Senate campaign, LaRose has expressed a desire to secure Trump's endorsement for his own campaign. However, a private recording in which LaRose downplayed the power of Trump's endorsement could complicate his efforts.
LaRose is expected to be a prolific fundraiser, and polling indicates that he would start the primary with a double-digit lead. His opponents, Dolan and Mike Moreno, are both self-funders likely to inject millions into their campaigns. LaRose believes that his strong fundraising capabilities and experience give him the best chance of defeating Sen. Sherrod Brown.
The Ohio Republican Party has decided not to get involved in the primary, setting the stage for a messy and contentious battle among the candidates. LaRose will face questions about his loyalty to Trump and his tenure as Ohio's top elections official. Dolan, who has been critical of Trump, does not view himself as anti-Trump, while Moreno is closely aligned with the former president and has received backing from J.D. Vance.
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose's entry into the crowded Republican field for the US Senate brings a decorated veteran and experienced legislator to the forefront. With Ohio's increasing conservatism and Sen. Sherrod Brown's vulnerability, LaRose's campaign is poised to be a significant force in the upcoming primary. However, his relationship with Trump and his stance on abortion rights will likely be key points of contention. The primary is expected to be a messy and contentious battle, with LaRose, Dolan, and Moreno vying for the chance to challenge Sen. Brown in the general election.
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