Ohio AG Dave Yost launches bid for governor
- Attorney General Dave Yost has officially announced his candidacy for Ohio governor in 2026, becoming the first major Republican to do so.
- Yost plans to focus on encouraging young people to stay in Ohio and developing the state's energy resources during his campaign.
- The outcome of the Republican primary may hinge on whether any candidate secures an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
- Other Republicans, including Vivek Ramaswamy and Robert Sprague, are also expected to announce their campaigns for governor soon.
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A.G. Dave Yost Kicks Off Ohio Governor Campaign, Promises to Defend Conservative Values | The Star News Network
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost officially declared his candidacy on Thursday for the Republican nomination for governor in 2026. “This is my heart, my home,” Yost said in a statement sent to media announcing his run. “I work for the people of Ohio, and I love my bosses. From the time I get up in the morning until I go to bed at night, I’m thinking about them and our future.” Yost touted his tenure as Attorney General, noting his defense of the …


Yost, Antani, make candidacy for Ohio governor, secretary of state official
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost. (Photo by Justin Merriman/Getty Images)Ohio’s attorney general and a former state senator have officially put their names in for top jobs in state government. Attorney General Dave Yost has been expected to run for governor, but Thursday he made the official announcement, saying he was “answering the call to duty” after a “groundswell of support” from Ohio voters. “I will be faithful. I will not falter and I will…
Ohio AG Yost jumps into 2026 governor’s race
By Jeremy Pelzer cleveland.com (TNS) COLUMBUS — Attorney General Dave Yost is making official what’s been perhaps the most poorly kept secret in Ohio politics the past two years: He’s running for governor in 2026. “Today, there’s no more hints. There’s no more consideration. This is an irrevocable decision, and I’m presenting myself as candidate (for governor) to the people of Ohio,” the Columbus Republican said in an interview Thursday morning.…
Ohio AG Dave Yost launches bid for governor
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost (R) announced Thursday he’s running to replace term-limited Gov. Mike DeWine (R), the first major GOP candidate to declare a bid. “I’m officially running to be Ohio’s next governor. I’m honored to serve as your America First Attorney General & support President Trump’s agenda,” Yost said in a post on the…
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