Catholic Conference of Ohio

A report notes a decline in Medicaid and ACA enrollment by over 5 million due to Trump's healthcare bill and expired subsidies. Ohio's Catholic bishops criticize the Trump administration's termination of Haitian TPS as a 'moral failure.' A no-bid federal contract for the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation, awarded to a company linked to Ohio businessman John J. Cafaro, has drawn scrutiny.

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine announced Ohio should abolish the death penalty, stating it is not a deterrent and has long appeal processes, despite legislative opposition from Republicans like House Speaker Matt Huffman. He cited data showing declining death sentences and lengthy delays, with condemned individuals often dying before execution.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced his support for abolishing the death penalty, stating it is not an effective deterrent to violent crime. He cited data showing declining death sentences and prolonged legal appeals, with condemned individuals often dying before execution. DeWine, who has postponed executions during his tenure, noted his stance evolved over 50 years of experience with the issue.