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Jon Gruden supports Donald Trump at rally in Vandalia, Ohio

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 12:46 AM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Jon Gruden supports Donald Trump at rally in Vandalia, Ohio

Summary

Jon Gruden attended a Trump rally in Vandalia, Ohio, where he spoke in support of Senate candidate Jon Husted. Gruden, recalling his Ohio roots, emphasized Husted's qualities as a teammate and urged attendees to vote early. The rally aligns with Trump’s ongoing strategy to appeal to voters through high-profile sporting events as the midterm elections approach. Gruden, who resigned from the Las Vegas Raiders in 2021 after controversial emails surfaced, continues to rebuild his public presence. He has recently engaged with Barstool Sports and remains hopeful for future coaching opportunities.

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Key Details

•Gruden praised Husted at the rally, calling him a great teammate.
•The rally aimed to boost support for Republicans in the midterms.
•Gruden urged the crowd to vote early as elections approach.
•Trump’s strategy involves attending sports events to reach voters.
•Gruden has been working on rebuilding his public persona post-controversy.

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Over the past several weeks, United States President Donald Trump has been on the road throughout the country as he attempts to rally support for Republicans ahead of the midterm elections. That push has taken Trump to many high-profile sporting events as he looks to get in front of as many voters as possible, and…
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