(The Center Square) – The Republican plan of state-office-holder musical chairs continued Thursday when Secretary of State Frank LaRose announced he will run for state auditor in 2026.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has decided to launch a bid for state auditor in 2026, continuing the recent game of musical chairs among high-ranking Ohio Republicans.

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- The reshuffling of statewide Republicans continued Thursday as Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose entered the race for state auditor in 2026. “I’ve always answered the call ...

Republican Frank LaRose, 45, was elected as secretary of state in 2018 and reelected to the position in 2022. He ran for U.S. Senate in 2022, but lost a Republican primary to JD Vance. Speculation ...

Secretary of State Frank LaRose is the latest GOP officeholder to make a move, launching a campaign to serve as Ohio's next auditor of state. "A lot of people have asked me to consider this next step, ...

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose officially announced his campaign for Ohio Auditor of State on Thursday, emphasizing a commitment to transparency, efficiency, and accountability in state and ...