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What’s in a name? GOP vice presidential nominee JD Vance has had many of them
When it comes to Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance’s name, it’s complicated. The senator from Ohio introduced himself to the world in 2016, when he published his bestselling memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy,” under the name J.D.
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Proposal to create a new political mapmaking system in Ohio qualifies for November ballot
A proposal to change Ohio’s troubled political mapmaking system has qualified for the November ballot.
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JD Vance slams Kamala Harris during his solo campaign debut as the GOP vice presidential nominee
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance has used his first solo campaign appearances to throw fresh barbs at Vice President Kamala Harris.
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GOP vice presidential pick Vance revisits Appalachian roots as bitter divide over memoir lingers
Newly minted vice presidential nominee JD Vance built his speech to the Republican National Convention around his own Appalachian roots.
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Deep red Butler, Pennsylvania, grapples with Trump assassination attempt
A common refrain on the streets of Butler, Pennsylvania, in the wake of Saturday’s assassination attempt on Donald Trump was: “Of all the places.”
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Who is JD Vance? Things to know about Donald Trump’s pick for vice president
Ohio U.S. Sen. JD Vance is a 39-year-old Republican now in his first term in the Senate. He made a name for himself with his memoir, the bestseller “Hillbilly Elegy,” which was published in 2016 as Trump was first running for president.
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Trump picks Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, a once-fierce critic turned loyal ally, as his GOP running mate
Donald Trump has selected Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his Republican running mate. Vance swept to national prominence with his bestselling memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy.”
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Trump heads to convention as authorities investigate motive, security in assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump is calling for unity and resilience after an attempt on his life added fresh uncertainty to a tumultuous presidential campaign.
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A few short minutes after Trump took the stage, shots rang out
A few short minutes into Donald Trump’s campaign rally, shots rang out, at least five. He clutched at his ear as dark-suited Secret Service agents dashed toward him.
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Conservative groups are pushing to clean voter rolls. Others see an effort to sow election distrust
Conservative groups are systematically attempting to challenge large numbers of voter registrations across the country before the presidential election.
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Trump injured but ‘fine’ after attempted assassination at rally, shooter and one attendee are dead
Former President Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally, days before he was to accept the Republican nomination for a third time.
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The GOP platform calls for ‘universal school choice.’ What would that mean for students?
National Republicans are poised to take up a platform next week that includes “universal school choice.”
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How an Oscar-winning filmmaker helped a small-town art theater in Ohio land a big grant
When the Little Art Theatre set out to land a $100,000 grant to fund a stylish new marquee, the cozy arthouse theater had some talented help.
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Campaign to get new political mapmaking system on Ohio’s ballot submits more than 700,000 signatures
Backers of a proposal to change Ohio’s troubled political mapmaking system have delivered hundreds of thousands of signatures needed to make the statewide ballot this fall.
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Republican JD Vance journeys from ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ memoirist to US senator to VP contender
“Hillbilly Elegy” author JD Vance sharply criticized Donald Trump during the 2016 election cycle, before changing course and embracing the former president.
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Lawsuit challenges Ohio law banning foreign nationals from donating to ballot campaigns
A prominent Democratic law firm has filed suit in Ohio against a ban on foreign nationals and green card holders contributing to state ballot campaigns. Republican Gov.
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Amid GOP infighting, judge strips Ohio House speaker of control over Republican caucus campaign fund
A judge has stripped Republican Ohio House Speaker Jason Stephens of control over the GOP caucus’ campaign fund, escalating intraparty tensions headed into November’s election.
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A closer-than-expected Ohio congressional race surprises Republicans and encourages Democrats
A political newcomer’s closer-than-expected finish in Tuesday’s special congressional election in Ohio surprised Republicans and jolted Democrats in a former bellwether state.
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Rulli’s win in Ohio will grow GOP’s razor-thin majority in the US House
Republican state Sen. Michael Rulli has won a special election in eastern Ohio for a U.S. House seat that has sat vacant for months, expanding the GOP’s narrow majority in the congressional chamber.
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Will recreational pot go on sale soon in Ohio? Medical marijuana stores can now apply to sell it
Recreational pot sales are nearing reality in Ohio. The state Division of Cannabis Control posted applications Friday for new dual licenses that will allow existing medical marijuana dispensaries to also sell nonmedical cannabis.
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Imprisoned former Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder pleads not guilty to new charges
Imprisoned former Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder has pleaded not guilty to 10 felony counts brought against him by the state.
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Ohio House pairs fix assuring President Biden is on fall ballot with foreign nationals giving ban
A temporary fix allowing President Joe Biden to appear on this fall’s ballot has cleared the Ohio House, along with a ban on foreign nationals contributing to state ballot campaigns that representatives said was demanded in exchange by the Ohio Senate.
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Special session for ensuring President Biden makes Ohio’s fall ballot could take several days
The rare special session Republican Gov. Mike DeWine called to pass legislation ensuring President Joe Biden appears on Ohio’s fall ballot could take several days.
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Voting rights advocates ask federal judge to toss Ohio voting restrictions they say violate ADA
Voting rights advocates have asked a federal judge to strike down restrictions contained in Ohio’s sweeping 2023 election law that they say restrict a host of trusted individuals from helping voters with disabilities cast absentee ballots.
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What comes next for Ohio’s teacher pension fund? Prospects of a ‘hostile takeover’ are being probed
A battle is under way for the future of Ohio’s $94 billion teacher pension fund. The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio is facing intense scrutiny, including state investigations and a lawsuit.
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Ohio voters approved reproductive rights. Will the state’s near-ban on abortion stand?
A judge’s decision in a lawsuit against Ohio’s ban on most abortions could be near. Hamilton County Judge Christian Jenkins’ ruling could come as soon as Monday.
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Ohio adult-use marijuana sales approved as part of 2023 ballot measure could begin by mid-June
Recreational marijuana could be available for sale in Ohio by mid-June. That’s after new rules creating a dual licensing system that will allow medical marijuana dispensaries to also sell non-medical cannabis cleared a key legislative hurdle Monday.
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Fight over foreign money in politics stymies deal to assure President Joe Biden is on Ohio’s ballot
Lawmakers in Ohio have failed to come to an agreement on adjusting a state election deadline that stands to prevent President Joe Biden from appearing on the 2024 ballot.
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Ohio attorney general warns student protesters in masks could face felony charges under anti-KKK law
Republican Attorney General Dave Yost has advised Ohio’s public universities that a law written to deter Ku Klux Klan demonstrations could be used to impose felony charges on students who wear face coverings during pro-Palestinian protests.
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Ohio launches effort to clean up voter rolls ahead of November’s presidential election
Ohio’s Republican Secretary of State Frank LaRose directed county election directors on Thursday to begin a “routine but enhanced” hunt through the voter rolls ahead of November’s election.
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