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Jon Husted — U.S. Senator — Ohio (Class 3): Profile & Public Record

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Jon Husted

U.S. Senator — Ohio (Class 3)

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Jon Husted is listed as U.S. Senator — Ohio (Class 3) in the included source snapshot. Explore sourced office history and recorded votes.

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1distinct permanent offices
1exact-ID 2026 FEC connections
907119th Congress recorded votes
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Jon Husted is source-linked to U.S. Senator — Ohio (Class 3).

The included role began Jan 21, 2025. Service continues until an elected successor is qualified.

Original Senate appointment certificate ↗. The election date does not establish a departure date.

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Source person IDH001104
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GovTrack ID in source457032
FEC candidate IDS6OH00304
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683Yea
224Nay

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