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Ohio Governor Calls for Abolition of Death Penalty

Updated 2026-06-16 16:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

Governor Mike DeWine of Ohio has called for the abolition of the death penalty in his state, citing data that he says proves it is no longer a deterrent to violent crime.

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The Hill
Gov. Mike DeWine on Tuesday morning called on Ohio to abolish the death penalty, citing data that he said proves it is no longer a deterrent to violent crime.
2026-06-16 15:57 UTC
The Hill
Action is what counts, and that’s exactly what has been taking place at the Bureau of Prisons under the leadership of Bill Marshall.
2026-06-16 16:00 UTC
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