OHIO: Election Day turns into big win for Republicans

Tuesday was a pivotal day for Ohio, with significant election results and other major developments shaping the future of the Buckeye State. 

In a historic U.S. Senate race, Republican Bernie Moreno unseated incumbent Sherrod Brown, signaling a shift in Ohio's political landscape. Voters also made a major decision on Issue 1, opting to keep map-making power in the hands of elected officials rather than a citizens' commission. Additionally, Republicans took all three Ohio Supreme Court races, strengthening their majority to 6-1. Former President Donald Trump secured Ohio for the third time, keeping him a favorite in the state. 

In sports, the College Football Playoff rankings stirred excitement as Oregon and Ohio State claimed the top two spots in the new 12-team format. 

Catch up on these impactful stories and more in our complete roundup of Ohio’s top news from Tuesday.

Republican Bernie Moreno defeats incumbent Sherrod Brown for Ohio U.S. Senate seat

Voters have elected Republican Bernie Moreno to represent Ohio in the U.S. Senate according to projections from the Associated Press based on unofficial results. 

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Ohio voters reject Issue 1, leaving politicians in control over map-making process

Elected officials will continue to draw Ohio Statehouse and U.S. Congressional district maps now that voters have rejected Issue 1, which proposed to replace politicians with a citizens redistricting commission, according to projections by the Associated Press based on unofficial results. 

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Republicans win all three Ohio Supreme Court races, increasing hold over court to 6-1

Ohio Republicans have tightened their grip on the Ohio Supreme Court from 4-3 to 6-1 by ousting two incumbent Democratic justices and winning a third, open seat, the Associated Press projects based on unofficial results. 

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Trump wins Ohio for a third time

Former President Donald Trump won Ohio for the third time Tuesday, according to projections by the Associated Press. Trump previously won the former swing state in both the 2016 and 2020 elections. Trump also finished the night close to winning the U.S. Presidency.

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Oregon, Ohio State 1-2 in first CFP ranking of 12-team era 

Oregon debuted at No. 1 in the College Football Playoff committee's 2024 in-season rankings Tuesday, with Big Ten rival Ohio State right behind at No. 2. 

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