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Ohio Auditor Praised for Anti-Fraud Efforts

As Ohio officials crack down on fraud, their hard work has not gone unnoticed. The State Financial Officers Foundation, in a recent update celebrating...

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‘Most Stringent’ Voter ID Effort to Make Moves in Ohio

The Ohio Senate is expected to take up a vote in the coming days on a resolution that could produce one of the strongest voter ID laws in the country....

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DeWine Announces Tax Exemption Pause on Data Centers

As lawmakers study the impact of data centers in Ohio, Republican Gov. Mike DeWine on Wednesday announced a pause in consideration of new tax...

29.05.2026 3

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Childcare Fraud Bills See Updates From Ohio Legislature

A bill introduced in the Ohio General Assembly earlier this year is seeing changes as lawmakers craft how to deal with concerns about childcare...

27.05.2026 6

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The List Is Out of 10 Most Vulnerable House Members for Midterms

The 2026 midterms offer plenty of races to watch as Republicans try to buck the historical trend of the president’s party losing seats. Both...

24.05.2026 9

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Just 8 House Democrats Voted for Parental Consent Pronouns Bill

On Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 217–198 to require federally funded elementary and middle schools to obtain parental consent...

22.05.2026 7

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Where Does Sherrod Brown Stand on ICE?

As he seeks a comeback, former Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, spoke with CNN about what another term of his would look like, sparking chatter about his...

21.05.2026 7

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Judicial Confirmation Hearing Has ‘You’re No Justice Jackson’ Moment

A Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on whether to confirm former Ohio Solicitor General Benjamin Flowers to a vacancy on the 6th U.S. Circuit Court...

21.05.2026 6

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Ramaswamy, Ohio Republicans Address Fraud in Press Conference

In the wake of a recent investigative report from The Daily Wire’s Luke Rosiak on suspected Medicaid fraud in Columbus, Ohio, Republicans held a...

20.05.2026 3

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Ramaswamy Calls for Voter ID Constitutional Amendment for Ohio

Republican Vivek Ramaswamy is championing the effort to solidify voter ID in Ohio, calling for the requirement to be enshrined in the state...

20.05.2026 3

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Ohio Secretary LaRose Continues to Fend Off Dems on Voter Data

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose continues to defend his decision to send voter data to the federal government despite increased Democratic...

19.05.2026 10

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Bipartisan Committee to Study Ohio Data Centers

With data centers increasingly in the news—and increasingly contentious— a bipartisan committee in Ohio has been created to study the impact of...

18.05.2026 10

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How Can Ohio Pull Itself Up for Family Status Ranking?

Ohio is below average in family rankings, according to a recent report that measures family strength and stability across all 50 states. But two top...

17.05.2026 10

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Ohio’s School Choice Program Moves Through the Courts

The 10th District Court of Appeals this week heard arguments regarding Ohio’s school voucher program, EdChoice, and will decide whether to uphold a...

15.05.2026 9

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Ohio’s DeWine Just Announced Fraud Prevention Initiatives—Are They Enough?

With Ohio facing scrutiny over Medicaid fraud, Gov. Mike DeWine on Wednesday announced a series of new prevention measures from Ohio Department of...

14.05.2026 10

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Ohio Mom Calls Out Ice Cream Parlor’s Abortion Collab

A Columbus, Ohio, mom is taking a stand against Jeni’s Ice Creams for its pro-abortion collaborations, calling for a boycott until the company...

13.05.2026 9

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Ohio Rocked by Fraud—Now What?

The Daily Wire’s Luke Rosiak revealed the extent to which fraud tied to “Medicaid Millionaires” exists in Ohio. The state’s home health...

11.05.2026 10

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DeWine Names Ohio AG Yost’s Replacement

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine on Monday announced Ohio Department of Public Safety Director Andy Wilson is his pick to serve for the remaining six...

11.05.2026 9

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AFP Action Continues Support for Husted

FIRST ON THE DAILY SIGNAL — With U.S. Sen. Jon Husted officially the Republican nominee against former Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown, Americans for...

08.05.2026 8

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Ohio AG Dave Yost Resigns, Will Work for Christian Legal Group

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Thursday he is resigning from his role, effective June 7. He will serve as the as vice president of...

07.05.2026 7

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The Republicans Who Advanced in Redistricted Ohio

Tuesday was Primary Day in Ohio, with many races called late in the night, including key races for the U.S. House. To honor the requirement that Ohio...

06.05.2026 4

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Republican Derek Merrin to Face Kaptur in November

It was primary day in Ohio on Tuesday, with results coming in for several key races that could affect the midterms—especially control of the U.S....

06.05.2026 8

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Ohio Christian Organization Considers ‘Legal Recourse’ as Proposed Crosses Rejected

The Center for Christian Virtue is prepared to pursue legal action after the group’s proposal for displaying three crosses on top of its building...

04.05.2026 10

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Is Sherrod Brown Trying to Change His Tune on Immigration?

In one of the most closely watched U.S. Senate races, Ohio Democrat Sherrod Brown is seeking a comeback after his 2024 loss, this time against...

30.04.2026 6

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Moreno Demands Answers Over Deadly Truck Crash Involving Illegal Immigrant

Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, is looking to do something about deadly truck crashes involving foreigners. This week, Moreno sent a letter to Secretary...

30.04.2026 6

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Ohio Childcare Worker Fired for Post About Trump

The third assassination attempt against President Donald Trump continues to reverberate across the country, including in Ohio. The attempt, made...

28.04.2026 10

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Ohio SOS LaRose Defends Sending Voter Data to DOJ

As the Trump administration continues to insist that states beef up election security, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose is defending his role in...

27.04.2026 10

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Ohio Senate Protects Gun Rights Against Liberal Municipalities

While Ohio has laws preventing municipalities from passing local gun control ordinances, Senate lawmakers say gun owners need further protection of...

24.04.2026 10

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Ramaswamy Speaks on American Dream Before OSU Crowd

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Speaking before an electrified crowd at Ohio State University on Tuesday, Vivek Ramaswamy discussed his experience with the...

23.04.2026 10

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Ohio Man Indicted for Threatening to Kill JD Vance

As federal authorities continue to investigate concerning incidents against Vice President JD Vance, the latest being an alleged assassination threat,...

12.02.2026 8

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Rep. Balderson Discusses Ohio’s Key Role in Energy

While Victor Davis Hanson recovers, his show goes on, and with a connection to Ohio. In the latest episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His... Read...

11.02.2026 10

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Judge’s Ruling Brings More to Springfield Story on TPS for Haitians

Prominent Ohio lawmakers have been reacting swiftly to a last-minute court ruling maintaining Temporary Protected Status for Haitians in the United...

07.02.2026 10

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Ohio Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Stop Church Interruptions Amid Don Lemon Stunt Fallout

Ohio lawmakers are looking to use the recent interruption of Sunday services at Cities Church in Minnesota to send a message: Don’t do it here,......

05.02.2026 20

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EXCLUSIVE: Ohio Ticket Has More to Say on Dem Looking to ‘Kill Trump’

COLUMBUS, OHIO—Republican Vivek Ramaswamy knows what he and his ticket are up against when it comes to countering the dangerous rhetoric from Ohio...

31.01.2026 20

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EXCLUSIVE: Ramaswamy Will Make Ohio the Model State

Columbus, Ohio—Vivek Ramaswamy is on a mission to make Ohio the state everyone is talking about by making it affordable for young people. On...

30.01.2026 10

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Ohio’s Haitians Made Headlines in 2024 Election, But Will They Head Home in 2026?

The town of Springfield, Ohio, unexpectedly found itself in the national spotlight in the lead-up to the 2024 presidential election. At question was...

29.01.2026 10

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Dem Won’t Drop Out of Ohio AG Race After Plan to ‘Kill Trump’

Elliot Forhan, a Democrat running for attorney general in Ohio, has told The Daily Signal he’s still “running to be Ohio’s next attorney...

29.01.2026 10

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Venezuelan Illegal Sentenced for Shocking Crime

A 24-year-old Venezuelan illegal immigrant has been sentenced to 24 months in prison, followed by a three years supervised release, after pleading...

28.01.2026 10

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It Might Surprise You, But Here’s How Harry Reid Helped End Roe

Roe v. Wade would have turned 53 years old on Jan. 22 had the Supreme Court not overturned the decision in Dobbs v. Jackson. The... Read More The post...

24.01.2026 20

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Vance Believes American Economy Is About to Boom, Champions American Worker in Toledo Speech

On Thursday, Vice President JD Vance appeared at Midwest Terminals in Toledo, Ohio, where he touted the successes of the Trump administration....

23.01.2026 20

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MAGA Baby Boom? Vance Baby News Takes Internet by Storm

For the first time in more than 150 years, the second family is growing. On Tuesday afternoon, Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha... Read...

22.01.2026 20

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On the Anniversary of Roe v. Wade, Celebrate Its Demise

Fifty-three years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down one of its most consequential and controversial decisions: Roe v. Wade. That Jan. 22, 1973,...

22.01.2026 10

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Ohio AG Explains How Major Women’s Sports SCOTUS Case Could Impact Ohio

State laws protecting women’s sports in half the country could stand to be affected depending on how the U.S. Supreme Court rules in two cases......

19.01.2026 10

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Bill Aims to Take Concrete Steps to Combat Fraud in Ohio

As fraud scandals rattle the American Midwest, Republican Ohio state Rep. Josh Williams has announced that he and fellow Republican Ohio state Rep. DJ...

17.01.2026 20

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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Responds to Fraud Concerns

Allegations of government-funded entities defrauding the taxpayer have made it to Ohio where Gov. Mike DeWine, R-Ohio, is attempting to shore up...

14.01.2026 10

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Vivek Ramaswamy Has Selected His Running Mate

Ohio’s Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy selected Senate President Rob McColley as his pick for lieutenant governor in this...

07.01.2026 10

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EXCLUSIVE: Calls Come for Fraud Investigations Into Ohio Day Cares

FIRST ON THE DAILY SIGNAL—Suspicion of fraud in Minnesota appears to be just the tip of the iceberg. With fraud suspected in Ohio as well,... Read...

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‘Uninformed Posturing’: Ohio Swing District Race Heats Up as Kaptur Responds to Challenger

This week, The Daily Signal’s Bradley Devlin spoke with Ohio state Rep. Josh Williams on “The Signal Sitdown.” When Devlin asked about the race...

18.12.2025 10

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Abortion Pill Tragedy in Toledo Once More Making Headlines

An Ohio woman has filed a lawsuit against her doctor boyfriend after he allegedly forced her to take crushed-up abortion pills. As The Daily Signal......

16.12.2025 20

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Husted Officially Files for Race That Could Determine Control of the Senate

Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, is officially running to keep his senate seat come 2026. The Daily Signal was on the ground in Columbus to speak... Read More...

12.12.2025 10

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