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2026 Ohio Statewide General Election

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 7, 2026
Current holder:Frank LaRose(Republican)

The 2026 Ohio Statewide General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect Ohio's next governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, auditor of state, treasurer of state, and attorney general. These six statewide executive offices are up for election, with significant policy implications for education, healthcare, voting access, and economic development across the state.

About This Race

The 2026 Ohio Statewide General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect Ohio's next governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, auditor of state, treasurer of state, and attorney general. These six statewide executive offices are up for election, with significant policy implications for education, healthcare, voting access, and economic development across the state.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 7, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 7, 2026
Early Voting Ends
November 1, 2026

How to Vote

Ohio residents can register to vote online through the Ohio Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at county boards of elections or BMV offices. Voters must present a valid photo ID (such as an Ohio driver's license, state ID, military ID, or passport) when voting in person; early voting begins October 7 and runs through November 1, with Election Day voting on November 3 from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

FL
Incumbent
Republican

Frank LaRose

Secretary of State of Ohio

Biography

Incumbent Secretary of State Frank LaRose is seeking re-election, highlighting his efforts to modernize Ohio's election infrastructure, expand early voting access, and strengthen cybersecurity protections for voter registration systems.

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MD
Incumbent
Republican

Mike DeWine

Governor of Ohio

Biography

Incumbent Governor Mike DeWine is seeking re-election to a second full term, emphasizing his record on public health initiatives, mental health investment, and job creation in manufacturing and technology sectors. He previously served as Ohio's Attorney General and U.S. Senator.

Campaign Website
CC
Democratic

Chelsea Clark

Secretary of State of Ohio

Biography

Former Ohio State Senator Chelsea Clark is running to increase voter participation, restore voting rights for formerly incarcerated individuals, and implement automatic voter registration. She emphasizes transparency and nonpartisan election administration.

Campaign Website
NW
Democratic

Nan Whaley

Governor of Ohio

Biography

Former Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley is running on a platform focused on expanding access to affordable healthcare, improving public school funding, and strengthening labor rights. She has advocated for voting access reforms and gun violence prevention policies during her tenure as mayor.

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