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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says 'no one overblew' Amy Acton fair incident

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says 'no one overblew' Amy Acton fair incident

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine called the recent security incident involving Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair "reprehensible."

The Columbus Dispatch

Amy Acton won't debate. Is she afraid her mask will slip and we'll see the truth? | Opinion

Amy Acton won't debate. Is she afraid her mask will slip and we'll see the truth? | Opinion

Amy Acton's refusal to debate may be shielding what’s really happening, and it could be a replay of the bait-and-switch that just happened in Virginia.

Prosecutor says man accused of charging toward Ohio governor candidate wanted to ask questions

Prosecutor says man accused of charging toward Ohio governor candidate wanted to ask questions

A prosecutor says an armed man accused of charging toward Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton during a campaign stop at a fair and knocking down two people before troopers stopped him was trying to ask the Democrat questions

Cincinnati Enquirer

Ohio's governor race is too close to skip the debate stage | Editorial

Ohio's governor race is too close to skip the debate stage | Editorial

Opinion: Amy Acton and Vivek Ramaswamy have plenty to say. The Ohio gubernatorial candidates should say it face to face.

Man pleads not guilty in Ohio fair incident involving Amy Acton

Man pleads not guilty in Ohio fair incident involving Amy Acton

An Ohio man accused of rushing toward Democratic gubernatorial nominee Amy Acton and injuring two people pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges.

Ohio Prosecutor Confirms Amy Acton's Alleged Attack at Campaign Event Was a Hoax

Ohio Prosecutor Confirms Amy Acton's Alleged Attack at Campaign Event Was a Hoax

Mahoning County Prosecutor Lynn Maro has confirmed that claims made by Ohio Democrat gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton regarding an alleged attack at a campaign event were a hoax. Acton had stated that an 'armed man,' identified as Patrick Havas, 'lunged' at her with a gun. However, Maro, citing video evidence from Havas's own recording, stated that Havas never got near Acton, did not lunge or charge at her, and never brandished a weapon. Havas was arrested for knocking two people to the ground while moving through a crowd, attempting to ask Acton a question and recording with his phone. His firearms were legally holstered throughout the incident. He has pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges, including assault, disorderly conduct, and inducing panic.

Prosecutor Declines Felony Charges for Man Accused of Lunging at Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton

Prosecutor Declines Felony Charges for Man Accused of Lunging at Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton

Mahoning County Prosecutor Lynn Maro has stated that no felony charges will be filed against Patrick Havas, 38, who was accused of lunging at Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair. Havas was arrested on two counts of assault and one misdemeanor charge of disorderly conduct, with an additional misdemeanor charge of inciting panic added later. He pleaded not guilty to the four misdemeanors and was released on a $5,000 bond, with orders to surrender his weapons and avoid contact with Acton. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Havas forced his way through a crowd towards Acton, knocking multiple fairgoers over, and was found to be in possession of a taser and two pistols. However, Maro emphasized that the weapons were never unholstered or used, and their possession was legal under Ohio's open-carry laws. An initial search of Havas's phone for a motive yielded no critical terms typically associated with risk assessment, and video footage from Havas's phone did not support fel...

Trump-Linked Super PAC Books Nearly $50 Million in Midterm Ads Across Seven Battleground Races

Trump-Linked Super PAC Books Nearly $50 Million in Midterm Ads Across Seven Battleground Races

A new super PAC, No Going Back PAC, linked to President Trump's political network, has reserved approximately $47 million in advertising for the upcoming midterm elections. This significant ad buy targets six competitive Senate races and one crucial House contest. The spending began with initial reservations of around $25 million and quickly expanded. This initiative marks the largest midterm advertising commitment to date associated with MAGA Inc, President Trump's primary super PAC. The targeted states include Alaska, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Ohio, and Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District, where Republican Rep. Scott Perry is seeking re-election. The No Going Back PAC was organized on September 1, just days before these substantial advertising reservations were made, with its first donor disclosure not due until October.

U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown Leads Cleveland Labor Day Parade Amidst Campaign Activities

U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown Leads Cleveland Labor Day Parade Amidst Campaign Activities

U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown led the Cleveland Labor Day Parade this year, a role she undertakes annually. The parade, a long-standing tradition infused with Democratic politics since its inception in the early 1970s by Mayor Carl B. Stokes and U.S. Rep. Louis Stokes, saw Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton participating for the second time. Acton, who walked alongside Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb, had a notably different reception this year compared to her appearance last year when she was the first announced Democratic candidate. Her campaigning during the parade created significant gaps between groups due to her interactions with the public. This event occurred shortly after an incident at the Canfield Fair where an armed man reportedly injured several people while attempting to approach Acton during a campaign stop.

The Columbus Dispatch

Our mayor and city council love criminals. Flock pause an outrage | Letters

Our mayor and city council love criminals. Flock pause an outrage | Letters

Letters: Columbus voters might as well have elected criminals. Ramaswamy can't tell the truth. Husted doesn't care who he hurts.

Registered Republican Patrick Havas Accused of Targeting Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton at Campaign Event

Registered Republican Patrick Havas Accused of Targeting Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton at Campaign Event

Patrick Havas, a 38-year-old registered Republican, has been accused of charging at Amy Acton, the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair. The incident, which occurred at the Mahoning County Democratic Party tent, involved Havas allegedly pushing his way through a crowd, knocking over multiple audience members, while recording with his cellphone. Authorities reported that Havas was found to be carrying a Taser and two pistols. He was subsequently arrested and booked on charges of disorderly conduct and two counts of assault. The Ohio State Highway Patrol and Mahoning County Sheriff's Office are investigating the incident. Acton is running against Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in the November election to succeed term-limited Republican Governor Mike DeWine.

Armed Individual Attacks Democratic Nominee for Ohio Governor Amy Acton at County Fair

Armed Individual Attacks Democratic Nominee for Ohio Governor Amy Acton at County Fair

An armed individual, Patrick M. Havas, 38, lunged at Amy Acton, the Democratic nominee for Ohio governor, during an event at a county fair in Canfield. Authorities reported that Havas forced his way through a crowd towards Acton, injuring multiple fairgoers in the process. State police intercepted Havas, who was found to be in possession of a taser and two pistols. Governor Mike DeWine (R) confirmed that Acton was unharmed, but others sustained injuries. The incident occurred during a tight gubernatorial race between Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy. Both Governor DeWine and Ramaswamy's campaign condemned the act of violence, emphasizing that such threats have no place in politics.