Mike DeWine: “Ohio law provides that when there is a vacancy in the United…”

“It does not occur very often. Since 1913, Ohioans and people across this country, citizens across this country have had the ability to select the U.S. senator. Ohio law provides that when there is a vacancy in the United States Senate, it is the governor who makes that interim appointment. And so I have the obligation to make an appointment which I'm told will basically last until after the 2026 election.” (30:43–30:53)

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