
Is John Kasich A-List?
NoB
No — John Kasich is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1983C$0.1M
Elected to Congress
Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, beginning his political career.
1995B▲$0.5M+$0.4M
Budget Committee Chairman
Becomes Chairman of the House Budget Committee, influencing federal policy.
2000B$1M+$0.5M
Presidential Campaign
Runs for president, seeking the Republican nomination.
2011B$3M+$2M
Ohio Governor
Elected Governor of Ohio, returning to politics.
2016B$5M+$2M
Second Presidential Run
Runs for president again, positioning himself as a moderate Republican.
2019B$7M+$2M
Leaves Governorship
Leaves office after two terms as Ohio Governor.
2026B$8M+$1M
Political Commentator
Works as a political commentator and author, maintaining a public profile.
Last updated: February 25, 2026