Keith Faber
Coverage of Keith Faber in the Nexus archive.
- State audit says Ohio’s only public HBCU inaccurately charged students tuition and fees
A state audit revealed Central State University, Ohio’s only public HBCU, incorrectly charged students tuition and fees, resulting in overcharging and undercharging errors totaling tens of thousands of dollars. The audit also found late payments to retirement systems, prompting penalties exceeding $105,000 to be reclaimed from the former CFO and his insurer. The university claims recent financial improvements under its new president.
- Ohio Republican attorney general candidate appears to advocate ending parts of Medicaid
Ohio Auditor Keith Faber made statements implying support for ending parts of Ohio Medicaid, though his campaign clarified he supports lawful use of Medicaid funds. The program covers over 3 million Ohioans and costs $40 billion annually. President Trump previously questioned federal Medicaid funding, and a Democratic candidate accused Republicans of exaggerating provider fraud to justify cutting the program.
- Ohio Dems outraise Republicans in downballot statewide offices but still far behind in cash on hand
Ohio Democratic candidates for statewide offices raised more funds than Republicans in the second 2026 campaign finance period but remain behind in cash reserves. Republican primary races for treasurer and attorney general saw high spending, with Jay Edwards and Keith Faber securing key positions despite competitive challenges.