Ohio Shifts Back to Battleground as Midterm Races Tighten
#OhioPolitics #MidtermElectionsOnce reliably Republican, Ohio has become a midterm battleground again. Governor, Senate, and several House races are toss-ups, with national issues shaping how voters head to the polls in competitive districts across the state. read more
Vivek Ramaswamy Deletes Baseball Video After Mockery
#VivekRamaswamy #OhioPoliticsVivek Ramaswamy deleted an Instagram video of his awkward baseball swing after widespread online mockery. The Ohio governor hopeful used batting cage clips to list policy promises, but critics said he looked like he'd never held a bat. read more
Armed man attacks Ohio candidate, injures multiple people
#OhioPolitics #CampaignSafetyArmed man lunged at Ohio Democratic candidate Amy Acton, injuring multiple attendees. Attacker carried pistols and brass knuckles, charged with misdemeanors. Acton unharmed; law enforcement praised for swift response amid escalating political violence. read more
Ramaswamy mocked over knockoff Ohio State jersey
#OhioPolitics #VivekRamaswamyVivek Ramaswamy faced online mockery for wearing an unofficial Ohio State jersey at the home opener, despite his $3 billion wealth. Critics called it a knockoff, questioning his authenticity, while supporters defended him. He faces Amy Acton in November. read more
Ohio Family Demands Removal of Political Ad Using Photos
#OhioPolitics #CampaignEthicsAn Ohio family killed in a truck crash is furious after Republicans used their photos in an ad blaming open borders. Relatives say they never consented, demanding the campaign stop exploiting their grief for political gain. read more
Vance Returns to Steel Plant Roots for Ohio GOP Push
#OhioPolitics #JDVanceVice President JD Vance campaigns at the Ohio steel plant his grandfather worked at, promoting Trump's economic policies for Republicans in competitive Senate and governor races, highlighting his Rust Belt roots and personal family ties. read more
Ohio lawmaker sued over nude photo of toddler daughter
#OhioPolitics #USNewsRep. Max Miller's ex-wife sued him for allegedly sharing a nude photo of their toddler via Dropbox after his livestream, seeking damages for each download amid abuse allegations and a House Ethics probe. read more
Trump team urges Ohio GOP to drop Miller pressure
#MaxMiller #OhioPoliticsTrump administration urged Ohio Republicans to stop pressuring Rep. Max Miller to exit his race despite domestic abuse allegations, letting voters decide. Miller denies claims, compares his fight to Trump's, and faces a House Ethics probe. read more
Ohio Rep. Faces Ethics Probe Over Abuse Claims
#EthicsInvestigation #OhioPoliticsGOP Rep. Max Miller requested an ethics probe after ex-wife Emily Moreno alleged abuse and drug use. He denies claims, seeking reelection in Ohio. Trump called it sad; Senator Moreno called Miller a danger. read more
Congresswoman Kaptur hospitalized after Ohio hit-and-run
#MarcyKaptur #OhioPoliticsLongest-serving US congresswoman Marcy Kaptur, 80, was hospitalized after a hit-and-run crash in Toledo Sunday, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. She remains active and alert, thanking first responders. Police are investigating the incident. read more
Ramaswamy Booed Off Stage During Hostile Cincinnati Speech
#Ramaswamy #OhioPoliticsVivek Ramaswamy's Ohio gubernatorial campaign speech at Xavier University ended early after 14 minutes amid boos and heckles from libertarian students, who shouted insults over his "winners vs. whiners" remarks, marking a hostile reception for the Republican nominee. read more
Ohio Governor Calls for Death Penalty Abolition
#DeathPenalty #OhioPoliticsRepublican Gov. Mike DeWine urges Ohio to abolish the death penalty, citing data showing it fails as a deterrent, causes victim family trauma, and rarely leads to executions. His stance evolved after 50 years in politics. read more
Ohio Governor Reverses Stance, Calls for Death Penalty Abolition
#DeathPenalty #OhioPoliticsOhio Gov. Mike DeWine, who co-wrote the state's death penalty law 45 years ago, now calls for its abolition, citing lack of deterrence. He supports an unofficial moratorium, but legislative repeal faces opposition. read more
Ohio child marriage bill stalls, leaving minors unprotected
#ChildMarriage #OhioPoliticsOhio lawmakers failed to pass Senate Bill 341 banning child marriage before summer break, despite no public opposition. The bill would have closed a loophole allowing 17-year-olds to marry adults. Advocates call it "mind-boggling" inaction. read more
#OhioPolitics #US2024Election
Ohio state Senator George Lang issued an apology after mentioning a potential civil war if Republicans lose the 2024 election at a campaign rally. Lang expressed regret for his divisive remarks. Both Democrats and Republicans urged for toned-down rhetoric following the recent assassination attempt on Trump. read more