Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says Ohio should abolish the death penalty, saying it is not a deterrent - WTOP News

Published
June 16, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Columbus, Ohio
COLUMBUS
Incident type
Assault

Summary

Assault Columbus Ohio in Columbus, Ohio: Republican Gov. Mike DeWine announced that Ohio should abolish the death penalty, stating it no longer deters violent crime. He reiterated his stance during a news conference in Columbus, Ohio.

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Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says Ohio should abolish the death penalty, saying it is not a deterrent - WTOP News

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