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Crooked River Cast Show 46

🎙️ Kill Trump? ICE Chaos, SNAP Crackdowns & Ohio’s Political Meltdown

Robert and Tom are back with another jam-packed episode of Crooked River Cast, breaking down a wild week in Ohio politics, national outrage spilling into local streets, and the policies hitting your wallet and your commute. From a Democratic AG candidate igniting national backlash, to ICE protests on the ice (yes, really), to the mystery of what happens to all that dirty data center water — this episode covers it all, Ohio-style.

Let’s get into it 👇


🔥 Ohio Dem AG Candidate Says He’ll “Kill Trump”

One Ohio Democratic Attorney General candidate set the internet on fire after posting a video saying voters should elect him so he can “kill Trump.” The backlash was immediate — and bipartisan — forcing a walk-back statement while raising serious questions about judgment and rhetoric in statewide races. Can you say TDS?

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🔗: Backlash erupts after Ohio Democratic AG candidate posts about ‘killing’ Trump: ‘Absolute psychopath’

🔗: BREAKING: Ohio Democrat AG Candidate Behind Viral ‘Kill Trump’ Video Issues Statement to The Ohio Press Network

🔗: South Euclid state Rep. Elliot Forhan’s hostile behavior justified legislative punishments, report concludes.

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🥫 SNAP Changes Start Now

Work requirements for SNAP benefits are expanding, and more Ohioans will soon need to meet employment thresholds to stay eligible. The changes are already underway — and they’re happening amid inflation, layoffs, and uncertainty. OMG, it’s 3 %! Do you agree this is good news? Let us know, email us at crookedrivercast@gmail.com

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🔗: More people will soon be required to work to receive SNAP benefits


🏁 Who Is Casey Putsch?

Engineer. Entrepreneur. Political outsider. Casey Putsch is making noise as a GOP candidate for Ohio governor, challenging the establishment and even Vivek Ramaswamy’s orbit. Robert and Tom break down who he is, what he stands for, and why his message is landing with some voters.

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🔗: Casey Putsch for Ohio Governor Endorsement Speech
🔗: Who is Casey Putsch? Meet the GOP candidate challenging Vivek Ramaswamy for Ohio governor


🧊 ICE Official Resigns to Run for Office

A top ICE official has resigned to run for a battleground congressional seat in Ohio — instantly drawing attention from both sides of the immigration debate. This 28-year-old, number 2 at ICE she is going after Marcy Kaptur’s 43-year position. Look out for Madison D. Sheahan! Can you say driven and badass?

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🔗: Top ICE official resigns to seek battleground congressional seat in Ohio


🏛️ Maple Heights Mayor Launches Auditor Campaign

Maple Heights Mayor Annette Blackwell is officially in the race for Ohio Auditor, adding another name to an already crowded statewide contest.

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🔗: Maple Heights Mayor Annette Blackwell launches campaign for Ohio auditor


🤐 Mount Orab “Mega Site” NDA Raises Eyebrows

Brown County residents want answers after Mount Orab Village Council signed an NDA tied to a mysterious “mega site.” Transparency? Not so much. Keep up with what is going on in your county, stick together, this is screevy.

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🔗: Brown County residents seek answers after village signs NDA related to ‘mega site’


💧 Dirty Data Center Water — Where Does It Go?

Ohio EPA is reviewing discharge permits as data centers expand — but what happens to the wastewater they produce? It’s a question that’s only getting louder as development accelerates.

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🔗: Ohio EPA reviewing data center discharge permits amid water quality concerns


🚔 Lake County Sheriff Shrugs Off Snow

The Lake County Sheriff is under fire after refusing to declare a snow emergency — because, apparently, snow doesn’t scare him. Residents? Less amused. It is winter and this is Lake County.

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🔗: Lake County sheriff faces backlash over snow emergency policy

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🏫 What’s the Deal With School Closings?

Parents are questioning how — and when — districts decide to close schools during extreme weather. Robert and Tom dig into the inconsistency and frustration.

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▶️ YouTube: Parents question school closure policies during extreme weather


🧊 Cleveland Protests ICE… On the Ice

Hundreds marched through downtown Cleveland protesting ICE following deadly shootings in Minnesota, bringing national tension straight to Ohio streets. Professionally printed the signs for a fully funded protest.

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🔗: Hundreds protest ICE, march through city streets in downtown Cleveland following deadly shootings in Minnesota


🚨 Brooklyn City Official Fired After ICE Comment

A Brooklyn city official has been fired after a controversial social media comment tied to the Minnesota ICE shooting sparked outrage.

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🔗: Brooklyn city official fired after social media comment about Minnesota ICE shooting


🌟 Good Things

🛷 All Downhill From Here

Sledding, skiing, tubing, and tobogganing season is here — and Northeast Ohio has options. Get out there, have some fun!

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🔗: Going downhill: Where to sled, ski, innertube and toboggan in NE Ohio


🚴 Ohio Guy Bikes Across Frozen Great Lakes

One Clevelander biked across all five ice-covered Great Lakes this winter — because why not? Eric McKinney’s own winter plans: be the first recorded person in the world to bike on all five Great Lakes.

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🔗: Meet the Clevelander Who Biked Across All Five Ice-Covered Great Lakes This Winter


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Crooked River Cast Show 40

🎙️ Governors, Data Centers, Dark Streets & Some Ohio Good News

Robert and Tom come out of the gate with energy this week—because it’s been that kind of Ohio news cycle. Robert kicks things off with a proud‑parent moment, sharing which CDs he picked up for his youngest (because real music still matters) and giving major kudos to his oldest, who absolutely owned her debate debut with a 6–2 win arguing to abolish SNAP. Parenting win unlocked. 🏆.

From there, the guys dig into a packed lineup: national politics spilling into Ohio, a rapidly shifting governor’s race, data centers raising serious questions, and cities dealing with consequences—from billion‑dollar settlements to literal darkness, let’s get into it!


🇺🇸 Trump’s Address to the Nation

Trump delivered a nationally televised address touching on military compensation, national pride, and executive actions—framing what he called a “warrior dividend” for service members and veterans.

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▶️ YouTube: ‘Warrior dividend’: Trump announces $1,776 checks for military


🏛️ Trump Displays New Plaques at the ‘Presidential Walk of Fame’

Trump also made headlines unveiling new plaques at the Presidential Walk of Fame, leaning into legacy-building optics and signaling how central symbolism and branding remain to his political strategy. Gotta love the ‘auto pen’.

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▶️ YouTube: Trump displays new plaques at the Presidential Walk of Fame


🔔 Ohio Labor Endorses Amy Acton

Ohio labor unions jumped into the governor’s race by endorsing Amy Acton, drawing swift pushback from the Ramaswamy campaign, which questioned her record and priorities. Do Ohioans remember her during COVID? Makeovers and coaching do not change the person…

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🔗: Ohio labor unions endorse Acton, Ramaswamy campaign responds with criticism of her record


🤔 Why Has DeWine Not Endorsed Vivek?

Despite party pressure and behind‑the‑scenes conversations, Governor Mike DeWine continues to withhold an endorsement in the governor’s race—raising eyebrows across Ohio GOP circles. No surprise here!

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🔗: DeWine hasn’t endorsed Ramaswamy for Ohio governor, but says they’re talking


❌ Dave Yost Says Vivek Endorsement Was a “Wrong Choice”

Attorney General Dave Yost isn’t backing down, saying the Ohio GOP’s early endorsement of Vivek Ramaswamy was a mistake—adding more fuel to an already fractured race.

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🔗: Ohio GOP endorsed Vivek Ramaswamy in May. AG Dave Yost still says it was the wrong choice.


🆕 A New Challenger Enters the Governor’s Race

The governor’s race just got more crowded, with a self‑described “America First” candidate jumping in and taking aim at Trump‑endorsed Vivek. Keepin an eye on this one…

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🔗: ‘America First’ candidate enters Ohio governor race, challenges Trump-endorsed Vivek Ramaswamy


💰 Ohio Treasurer Race Begins

Another statewide race is heating up as Treasurer Robert Sprague makes moves that could reshuffle Ohio’s political chessboard.

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🔗: EXCLUSIVE: Ohio Treasurer of State Robert Sprague plans to replace Secretary of State Frank LaRose


🚜 Ohio Farmers Lose Big on Tariffs

Ohio farmers are feeling the sting, with Chinese sales down 74%—a reminder that trade wars hit home, even when national numbers look better on paper.

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🔗: Ohio farmers see one-year, 74% loss in Chinese sales due largely to Trump tariffs, report shows

🔗: U.S. Trade Deficit Shrinks to Five-Year Low as Exports Surge Under Trump Tariffs


🏗️ Lorain Mega Site Update

Neighbors are pushing back as Lorain County’s proposed mega site clears its first zoning hurdle—raising familiar questions about transparency, impact, and who really benefits. Fighting the good fight! Hold the line folks…

🔗: Neighbors push back as Lorain County ‘mega site’ receives first zoning hearing


☣️ Data Centers Linked to Cancer?

A new report is raising alarm bells by linking data centers to rare cancers, putting central Ohio residents on edge as development accelerates.

🔗: Report links data center to rare cancers, raising questions about central Ohioans’ safety


💧 EPA Wants Faster Data Center Water Permits

The Ohio EPA wants to streamline water permits for data centers—prompting concerns about environmental oversight versus corporate convenience. Can we say bad idea?

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🔗: Ohio EPA looks to streamline water permits for data centers


🎶 Can You Legislate a Stronger Music Industry?

Cuyahoga County leaders think policy can help save local music—but with only 1 in 4 Cleveland indie venues turning a profit, the odds are steep.

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🔗: Cuyahoga Live Task Force Believes It Can Legislate Its Way Into a Stronger Music Industry

🔗: Only 1 in 4 Cleveland Independent Music Venues Were Profitable Last Year, New Report Says


⚖️ Cincinnati Approves BLM Protest Settlement

Cincinnati City Council approved an $8M+ settlement tied to 2020 protests—and plans to borrow to pay for it, leaving taxpayers with the bill.

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🔗: Cincinnati approves $8M settlement with 2020 protesters; city will borrow to pay for it

▶️ YouTube: Cincinnati City Council to vote on $8.1 million protest lawsuit settlement


💡 Cleveland in the Dark

Thieves stole thousands of feet of copper wiring, knocking out streetlights across parts of Cleveland—because apparently even infrastructure isn’t safe anymore.

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🔗: Parts of Cleveland in the dark after thieves steal thousands of feet of streetlight wiring


🌟 Good Things

💵 Unclaimed Funds Hit Record Returns

Ohioans reclaimed more unclaimed funds than ever this year—proof it is worth checking that database.

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🔗: 3News Investigates: Unclaimed funds claims quintuple after Cleveland Browns stadium announcement


🍽️ Ohio’s New Restaurant of the Year

Northeast Ohio’s food scene gets national love with a brand‑new Restaurant of the Year.

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🔗: Check out Northeast Ohio’s New Restaurant of the Year


🎄 Special Christmas Display

A North Royalton neighborhood is lighting up the season with a can’t‑miss Christmas display. Being an animal-loving household, the display collects donations for Stearns Homestead, an educational farm in Parma that takes care of various animals. Go check it out!

Where: 10020 Applewood Drive, North Royalton, OH 44133

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🔗: Special Christmas display on Applewood Drive in North Royalton


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