🎙️ Episode: 23 Ohio Nepotism & Nonsense: From Ballots to Milk” ⚖️🗳️🥛
Tom and Robert kicked things off with some of their favorite music before diving into the latest round of Ohio political shenanigans, DeWine’s nepotism, and a mix of serious headlines and lighthearted “good things.” Here’s the full recap ⬇️
Episode Recap
🗳️ Trump vs. Mail-In Voting
Trump is doubling down on his crusade to eliminate mail-in ballots and voting machines, citing fraud concerns. What does Ohio have to say about that? We break it down and take a look at where Ohio candidates stand.
- Trump Launches Movement to Eliminate Mail-In Ballots, Voting Machines | The Ohio Press Network
- Listen: Ohio Secretary Candidate Marcell Strbich Aligned with Trump’s Push | The Ohio Press Network
🪖 DeWine Sends Ohio Troops to DC
Governor DeWine agreed to send 150 Ohio National Guard members to Washington, D.C. Protesters back home aren’t thrilled, and many are questioning his motives.
- DeWine: Ohio to deploy 150 National Guard troops to DC at federal request | WKYC
- Protestors rally outside Ohio Statehouse to bring troops back from D.C.
⚖️ Nepotism & Judicial Power Plays
DeWine is also under fire for quietly influencing judge appointments. With his daughter already in statewide office, critics say Ohio politics is starting to look like a family business.
🛫 FAA Says Yes, Hopkins Says No – Browns Caught in the Middle
The Cleveland Browns can’t seem to catch a break—plans for a potential stadium dome were shot down by Hopkins Airport officials, citing flight path concerns. The FAA, however, had no problem. And what about the buildings that were taller in the past?…
- Airport official’s concern led ODOT to deny Browns’ stadium permit | WKYC
- I-Team: No permit for Browns dome, but what about the smokestacks?
🚓 Downtown Safety Patrol Gone Wild
A high-speed chase by Cleveland’s downtown safety patrol is raising eyebrows. Are they keeping people safe—or creating more danger?
🥛🍦 🎢 Raw Milk, Rollercoasters & Government Overreach
Is it freedom of choice—or a recipe for disaster? Lawmakers are pushing to legalize raw milk sales while also forcing amusement parks to post real-time ride closure updates. Legitimate safety measures or government overreach?
🎢 Amusement Parks and Lawmakers – what?
A local state representative has introduced a bill that takes the guesswork out of wondering which rides are open at amusement parks across Ohio.
🏀 NSFW at the WNBA Game
In one of the strangest stories of the week, a man was arrested for tossing an inappropriate object onto the court during a WNBA game—his third such stunt. Fans and players are asking: what’s going on?
🌟 Good Things!
🎬 The Breakfast Club Turns 40
The John Hughes classic is back on the big screen for its 40th anniversary. Break out your flannel and eyeliner—it’s detention nostalgia time.
🦒 Cleveland Zoo’s Baby Giraffe
The Cleveland Zoo welcomed a new baby giraffe, and they need help naming it! Who wouldn’t want bragging rights for naming a giraffe?
🌅 Countdown to Summer’s End
Fake fall is already being hyped, but Ohioans know the real countdown is on. Enjoy summer while it lasts!
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