Ohio Republicans are competing to replace longtime Democrat Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) when he runs for re-election in 2024.
State Sen. Matt Dolan (R-OH), who lost to Sen.-elect J.D. Vance this year, is considering running for the Senate nomination again.
After receiving positive feedback from party leaders and activists, Dolan sent a letter to GOP county chairmen in Ohio encouraging him to run for Senate.
“The time we have for introspection is limited. Before we know it, 2024 will be here and we have work to do. We must… make sure Joe Biden and Sherrod Brown go packing,” Dolan wrote.
However, Dolan told Fox News he still hasn’t made a decision and wants to focus on what it will take to beat Brown.
“Is this good for the family? Do I have the fire in my belly to run and serve? And can I change something? Once I check those three boxes, I will make a decision,” Dolan said.
Dolan expressed his concern about the disappointing midterm election results, which many predicted would trigger a red wave in the nation. He stressed the need for Republicans to start focusing on the future, not the past, while reiterating that Brown has an “extremely liberal” agenda.
Meanwhile, Brownie confirmed this week to reporters that he will seek a fourth term.
Dolan isn’t the only Republican preparing to replace Brown. Secretary of State Frank LaRose, who is running for re-election this year after losing the Senate, is also running for the Democrat’s position.
Democrats will face a tough Senate race in 2024, defending three Senate seats in Ohio, West Virginia and Montana that former President Trump won in 2020.
