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A US federal court has temporarily blocked an Ohio law requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration at driver's license offices, saying it likely violates federal law. The ruling is a victory for voting rights groups, while Ohio officials plan to appeal.
Vice President JD Vance returned to Ohio for a midterm rally, emphasizing economic achievements. Polls show declining voter confidence in Republican economic policies, while Democrats eye opportunities in the state.
Republican Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced his opposition to the death penalty on June 3, urging its abolition after previously supporting it as a prosecutor and state legislator. His reversal comes amid declining public support for capital punishment, with Gallup polling showing approval dropping from 80% in 1994 to 52% in 2025. DeWine cited concerns about racial bias, wrongful executions, and the lack of deterrence evidence.
Primary elections in Indiana and Ohio have set new battle lines for the U.S. midterm elections, with former President Trump's influence apparent among Republican voters. In Ohio, Sherrod Brown and Jon Husted will face off for a key Senate seat, while Trump allies like Vivek Ramaswamy won gubernatorial nominations. In Indiana, Trump's threats against Republican lawmakers who opposed his redistricting push saw most targeted candidates lose, reinforcing his hold on the party.
Ohio voters head to the polls on May 5 for primary elections to select candidates for key offices ahead of the November midterms, with high-stakes races for Senate and governor drawing particular attention. The November midterm election is widely seen as a referendum on President Donald Trump's second term. Key races include the governor's contest between Trump-backed Vivek Ramaswamy and internet personality Casey Putsch, as well as a special Senate election to replace Vice President JD Vance.
