'Moreno capitalized on support from Trump and his running mate, Ohio Senator JD Vance. He rode a wave of anger over a surge in migrants and inflation under President Joe Biden that weakened the appeal of Brown's progressive populist brand.'
'As Ohio pivoted hard to the GOP in the Trump era, the champion of blue-collar workers saw his fortunes dim. Vice President Kamala Harris didn't seriously contend the state.'
'Out-of-state supporters from both sides flooded money into the contest, set to be the most expensive congressional race ever. Advertising on the campaign alone topped half a billion dollars, according to AdImpact.'
'Mureno sought to defuse concerns about his longtime support for a strict abortion ban, indicating a complex balancing act between party alignment and constituent values in Ohio.'
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