Midwest
Biden gets GOP ally in Ohio ballot access push: 'Absurd situation'
President Biden is receiving help from Ohio Republican Gov. Mike DeWine as his campaign scrambles to ensure that he gets on the election ballot in the state.
DeWine called a rare special General Assembly session for Tuesday demanding Republican state lawmakers help pass a bill ensuring that Biden appears on this year’s ballot.
Ohio requires that each political party certify their choice for presidential candidates at least 90 days before the election. The Democratic Party is hosting an uncharacteristically late national convention this year on August 19, only 75 days ahead of the election.
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has repeatedly warned that Biden is on track to miss the state’s deadline for filing as a candidate due to this discrepancy.
BIDEN’S BALLOT ISSUES IN OHIO AREN’T GOING AWAY AS STATE DEMOCRATS RECEIVE ANOTHER URGENT WARNING
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine speaks during a news conference in Columbus, Ohio. DeWine called a special session next week to pass legislation that would ensure that President Biden appears on the state’s presidential ballot. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
“The Legislature had [a] session yesterday and again failed to take any action. This is simply unacceptable,” DeWine said Thursday. “Ohio is running out of time to get Joe Biden, the sitting president of the United States, on the ballot this fall. Failing to do so is simply not acceptable. This is a ridiculous — this is an absurd situation.”
He continued, “The purpose of this session will be for the General Assembly to pass legislation ensuring that both major presidential candidates will be on the Ohio ballot in November, as well as legislation that would prohibit campaign spending by foreign nationals.”
OHIO PURGES ‘NON-CITIZENS’ FROM STATE VOTER ROLLS, CALLS ON BIDEN ADMIN FOR DATA AHEAD OF 2024 ELECTION
President Biden shakes hands with Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on January 4, 2023, in Covington, Kentucky. (Michael Swensen/Getty Images)
DeWine has scolded members of his own party for not making earnest efforts to put the president on the ballot.
LaRose, a Republican who was a 2024 Senate candidate but lost to Bernie Moreno in the GOP primary, says the Democratic Party has yet to offer a solution that fits with existing law.
“I’ve said from here to Colorado that it’s in the best interest of voters to have a choice in the race for president. I’m also duty-bound to follow the law as Ohio’s chief elections officer,” LaRose said in a statement Tuesday.
Frank LaRose, Republican candidate for Senate, attends the Columbiana County Lincoln Day Dinner in Salem, Ohio.
“As it stands today, the Democratic Party’s presidential nominee will not be on the Ohio ballot. That is not my choice. It’s due to a conflict in the law created by the party, and the party has so far offered no legally acceptable remedy,” he continued.
LaRose has said that either the state legislature needs to change the law to allow Biden’s certification, or the Democratic Party needs to change its plans. Ohio House Speaker Jason Stephens, also a Republican, says lawmakers won’t bail Biden out.
Fox News’ Anders Hagstrom and The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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DETROIT – The Detroit NAACP gave us a sneak peek at this year’s “Fight for Freedom Fund Dinner.”
The annual fundraiser supports their work on civil rights and equality throughout the city.
This year, the civil rights group is honoring Gary Torgow, chairman of Huntington Bank; Brittany Lavis, CEO of Detroit Medical Center; and Dennis Archer Jr., CEO of Ignition Media Group.
Branch president Reverend Dr. Wendell Anthony said that showing unity is more important than ever.
“We need you now more than ever before,” said Anthony. “If you can’t get engaged right now with all that is happening around the country, I don’t know what else needs to be said. Our voting is on the line, and our healthcare is on the line. Our history is on the line.”
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield was even on hand to purchase the first ticket!
Dinner begins on Sunday, April 26, at Huntington Place.
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How To Watch Milwaukee Bucks-Oklahoma City Thunder, Lineups, Injury Report, Betting Lines & More
The Milwaukee Bucks pulled off the upset on Wednesday they were looking for to pick up a split in Orlando, improving to 4-1 over their last five games. They got out of town and headed for Oklahoma City, where another unlikely win would really yield some nice momentum entering the start of NBA season’s stretch run.
Star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo still hopes to play when healthy and participate in the postseason, so Milwaukee’s decision not to trade him at the trade deadline means they’re alive for a play-in spot, having moved within just two games of the Atlanta Hawks entering this final test entering the All-Star break.
Oklahoma City owns the NBA’s best record, coming off a lopsided win over the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday. However, the Thunder is just 4-2 this month, same as the Bucks, and has struggled after a 24-1 start, putting themselves in danger of matching last season’s entire loss total.
Milwaukee had dropped six of seven before posting wins over the Bulls, Pelicans and Pacers on its recent homestand. The Bucks recorded their second-highest scoring output of the season in a 141-137 overtime win on Feb. 4 and then held Indiana to 99 in their most recent outing on Feb. 6, marking the first time since Jan. 4 and just the fourth time all season in which they held a team under the century mark.
Antetokounmpo will miss his ninth straight contest following his latest calf strain, but his original timetable for returning from this latest injury makes a return possible shortly after the break. The Bucks announced that he’d miss the All-Star game, although he’ll be present in L.A. for all the festivities.
The Bucks saw newly signed guard Cam Thomas score 34 points to fuel a 116-108 upset in Orlando on Wednesday.
The Thunder are 22-5 at home and have a 10-4 mark against Eastern Conference opposition Milwaukee is 10-18 on the road and 5-12 against West foes.
Vitals – How to Watch Bucks at Thunder
Game date, time and location: Thursday, Feb. 12, 7:40 p.m. EST, Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
TV: Amazon Prime Video
Radio: WTMJ (Bucks), KWPN/WWLS (Thunder)
Bucks look to even series with Orlando after brutal second half
The Milwaukee Bucks (22-30) visit the Orlando Magic (42-13) in the first of three games before we head into the NBA All-Star hiatus.
Oklahoma City won 122-102 on Jan. 21 in the first meeting at Fiserv Forum. This concludes the season series between these teams and won’t feature Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Giannis Antetokounmpo or Jalen Williams, all All-Stars last season but injured heading into the break.
OKC led 38-18 after a quarter in the first matchup, routing the Bucks behind 40 points and 11 assists from SGA. Oklahoma City has won the last four matchups against the Bucks by 16 or more points, ending a run of six straight losses.
The Bucks and Thunder are even 77-77 dating back to 1968.
Betting Lines (via DraftKings)
Spread: Thunder -11.5 (-112), Bucks +11.5 (-108)
Moneyline: Thunder -500, Bucks +380
Total: 213.5 (Over -108, Under -112)
Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER.
PROJECTED STARTERS
BUCKS
F Kyle Kuzma
F Myles Turner
C Jericho Sims
G Kevin Porter Jr.
G AJ Green
THUNDER
F Aaron Wiggins
F Kenrich Williams
C Chet Holmgren
G Cason Wallace
G Lu Dort
INJURY REPORT
BUCKS
Ryan Rollins: Out – Right Foot Plantar Fascitis
Kyle Kuzma: Available – Left Foot Soreness
Giannis Antetokounmpo: Out – Right Calf Strain
Taurean Prince: Out – Neck Surgery Recovery
Alex Antetokounmpo: Out – G League (Two-way)
THUNDER
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: Out – Abdominal Strain
Jalen Williams: Out – Right Hamstring Sprain
Ajay Mitchell: Out – Abdominal Strain/Ankle Sprain
Isaiah Hartenstein: Out- Right Soleus Strain Maintenance
Branden Carlson: Out – Lower Back Spasms
Thomas Sorber: Out – Right ACL Surgical Recovery
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