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us-news10 days ago•127 min saved

Judge halts Ohio's citizenship-proof rule for voter registration

A federal judge blocked Ohio’s proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration, barring the DMV from requiring citizenship documents to offer voter registration (the ruling does not apply to applicants who say they are not citizens). Secretary of State Frank LaRose criticized the decision and said he will pursue an immediate appeal, citing a Franklin County case as evidence the process is flawed. The ruling follows other recent legal challenges around documentary proof of citizenship in elections.

via AP News|

#citizenship #elections #frank-larose

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Trump Administration's Cyber Policy: Key Appointments and Budget Concerns

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose is reportedly interested in leading the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) under the incoming Trump administration. LaRose, a Republican, has been proactive in cybersecurity as Ohio's top election official and is seen as a strong candidate for the role, despite his limited experience in broader security issues. CISA, established by Trump in 2018, has faced criticism from Republicans for its role in countering election misinformation. LaRose's candidacy aligns with GOP priorities, including preventing noncitizen voting in federal elections.

via POLITICO|

#cisa #cybersecurity #elections

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"Trump's Candidate Faces Off in Nasty Ohio GOP Senate Primary Debate"

The Ohio GOP Senate primary, featuring Bernie Moreno, Frank LaRose, and Matt Dolan, has become increasingly contentious as the race remains tight with less than two weeks until the primary. With limited independent polling, the candidates are engaged in aggressive attacks and campaigning efforts, with Moreno leading in some internal polls but facing criticism for policy flip-flops. The race is seen as wide open, with Trump's endorsement of Moreno adding to the intensity of the competition.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#bernie-moreno #donald-trump #frank-larose

politics-and-government2 years ago•8 min saved

"Low Prosecution Rates: Ohio Sec. of State Flags 641 Voter Fraud Cases, but Less than 3% Lead to Charges"

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has referred over 640 cases of potential voter fraud to state or county investigators since taking office in 2019. However, less than 3% of these cases resulted in charges, and even if every incident flagged by LaRose turned out to be voter fraud, it would only translate to a fraud rate of 0.0044%. The review of LaRose's fraud referrals found just 18 charges, with 13 resulting in convictions. Critics argue that LaRose's public pronouncements about fraud may undermine faith in the state's election system.

via Ohio Capital Journal|

#charges #convictions #frank-larose

politics3 years ago•1 min saved

Ohio GOP Senate Candidate Fires Top Aide Over Anti-Trump Tweets

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose, a Republican candidate in the state's Senate race, has fired his press secretary, Rob Nichols, after Nichols tweeted criticism of former President Trump. Screen grabs of the tweets gained attention after an activist questioned if Nichols was behind the account. Trump allies seized on the tweets, accusing LaRose and his team of being anti-Trump. Trump's endorsement could play a significant role in the 2024 Ohio Senate race.

via The Hill|

#donald-trump #frank-larose #ohio

politics3 years ago•5 min saved

"Trump's Focus Shifts to Ohio's Senate Race Amidst Republican Struggles"

Former President Donald Trump is closely watching Ohio's Senate race after Secretary of State Frank LaRose, a Republican contender, made lukewarm remarks about Vice President Mike Pence's decision to certify the 2020 election results. Siding against Trump can be costly in GOP primaries, especially in Ohio, where Trump won comfortably twice. The Senate race is expected to be one of the most expensive in the country, with a messy, Trump-influenced primary. LaRose's involvement in a failed ballot measure and his messaging have drawn criticism, but he remains an early front-runner with high name recognition. The Trump factor and his endorsement could play a significant role in the race.

via NBC News|

#donald-trump #frank-larose #ohio

politics3 years ago•6 min saved

LaRose Jumps into Ohio Senate Primary

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has entered the Republican primary race for the Ohio Senate seat currently held by Democrat Sherrod Brown. LaRose will face two wealthy GOP rivals, Bernie Moreno and state Sen. Matt Dolan, in the primary. LaRose believes he has the strongest chance of defeating Brown due to his strong statewide name recognition. However, the primary is expected to be messy, with both Moreno and Dolan likely to inject significant funds into their campaigns. National Republicans have not indicated they will get involved in the primary. Brown, a three-term senator, is considered a tough opponent to beat, but LaRose has criticized him for presenting himself as a moderate.

via POLITICO|

#frank-larose #gop #ohio