Ohio lawmakers will return to Columbus on Tuesday, attempting to pass legislation securing President Joe Biden's name on the November ballot.
by STEVE BITTENBENDER | The Center SquarePresident Joe Biden speaks about the PACT Act at the Westwood Park YMCA, Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in Nashua, N.H. Gov. Mike DeWine called for a special session late Thursday. In a brief press conference, the Republican governor was perturbed, saying it was “ridiculous” that legislation hadn’t passed earlier.said state law and the timing of the Democratic National Convention were at odds. Ohio 's deadline to certify candidate names is Aug.
“I’ve waited. I’ve been patient, and my patience has run out,” he told reporters. “And I think the patience of the people of the state of Ohio, their patience should have run out by now as well.” The Biden issue won’t be the only matter up for discussion during the special session. DeWine also wants lawmakers to pass legislation that would bar foreign interests from contributing to political campaigns for ballot measures. Ohio senators included such language in their bill that would also ensure the president appears on the ballot.“We have language that has input from campaign finance experts and important interested parties to deal with the issue,” he said.
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