01/05/18 – 4:15 P.M.

Josh Mandel has dropped out of the race to represent Ohio in the US Senate. According to a statement on his website, he is dropping out to be with his wife. He said that his wife as a health issue that will require his time, attention, and presence. He said he won’t go after any political campaigns until his wife is better.

Mandel added that he will continue to serve out the remainder of his term as State Treasurer.