Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose (R) jumped into the race for U.S. Senate on Monday.
LaRose launched his campaign after months of speculation. The Republican official joins a growing primary field to take on Sen. Sherrod Brown (D), businessman Bernie Moreno and state Sen. Matt Dolan. Moreno launched their campaigns earlier this year.
“I've always believed with hard work and focus that anything is possible. But lately, it feels like our country is slipping away from us,” LaRose said in a one-minute ad launching his campaign.
“Rising prices are hurting families, and open borders bringing in drugs and crime. Parents are being cut out of their children's education. As a dad to three young girls, I know something has to change. Someone needs to step up and take on the fight,” he added.
Sen. Brown is among three Senate Democrats up for reelection next year who represent states former President Trump won in 2020.
The nonpartisan election handicapper Cook Political Report rates Brown's seat as a “toss-up.”
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