Frank LaRose

The Ohio Secretary of State’s Office is criticized for distributing misleading voter ID posters that prominently display documents like naturalization certificates and birth certificates as 'acceptable proof of citizenship,' which are only required in specific circumstances, while burying the actual required ID forms in fine print. The posters are accused of confusing voters and potentially discouraging participation, particularly among marginalized groups.

Ohio Republicans are assessing if they can override Gov. Mike DeWine’s veto of legislation requiring photo ID for mail-in ballots. DeWine argued the bill, House Bill 472, would create unnecessary burdens without improving election integrity, while Republicans claim it addresses public demand for stronger safeguards. Advocacy groups and lawmakers disagree on the bill’s impact on voters.

The Supreme Court rejected a candidate's bid to run in Ohio's Republican primary after he falsely claimed GOP affiliation. Samuel Ronan was disqualified for misrepresenting his party membership, with courts citing fraud and electoral integrity concerns.

Samuel Ronan, a former Democratic candidate, was blocked from Ohio's Republican primary after falsely claiming GOP affiliation. The Supreme Court upheld state officials' decision to disqualify him for fraudulently representing his party affiliation.