Franklin County voters head to the polls for the May 2026 primary election
Voters in Franklin County, Ohio, are deciding key local and statewide races in the May 2026 primary election, including Ohio governor, U.S. Senate, and several county offices. As of 2 p.m., over 100,000 people had voted, exceeding 2022 levels.
Voters in Franklin County, Ohio, are heading to the polls for the May 2026 primary election. The election will decide key local and statewide races, including Ohio governor and U.S. Senate. Republicans, Democrats, and Libertarians will vote on these offices, while unaffiliated voters may also see ballot issues and levies. A ballot issue in Columbus could establish an alternative crisis response team for mental health and substance abuse emergencies. As of 2 p.m., over 100,000 people had voted, with the Franklin County Board of Elections expecting turnout to exceed 2022 levels. The election will also determine Ohio's next Secretary of State and representatives in the Ohio House.
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