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.

Some Republicans in Delaware County say Melanie Lenghan's selection to Elections Board was done secretly and excluded others more qualified.

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose, who ran for U.S. Senate last year in the GOP primary, has now set his political sights on another statewide office: auditor. LaRose is on his second ...

LaRose is latest GOP politico in a game of music chairs as they look to change jobs as they face term limits in 2026.