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Trump calls for end to CHIPS Act
USA Today Network Ohio Bureau Chief Anthony Shoemaker speaks with politics reporter Laura Bischoff on the latest episode of the Ohio Politics Explain…
1 year, 5 months ago
What DEI means for Ohio universities
We discuss DEI programs at Ohio colleges, a new transgender bathroom law, Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign launch and a bill to change Ohio's marijuana pro…
1 year, 5 months ago
Trump issues warning to Ohio colleges
We discuss how the Trump administration could affect Ohio's universities and Medicaid program, possible changes to Ohio's marijuana law and the lates…
1 year, 5 months ago
Ex-OSU coach tapped for Lt. governor
We discuss Jim Tressel's appointment as lieutenant governor, a controversial higher ed bill passed by the Senate, the state of JobsOhio, and more.
1 year, 6 months ago
DeWine pitches tax hike on cigarettes, sports betting
We discuss Gov. Mike DeWine's budget proposal, Larry Householder's appeal, a new bill to regulate underage drinking and the musical chairs of the 202…
1 year, 6 months ago
What Trump immigration crackdown means for Ohio
We discuss how President Donald Trump's immigration policies are affecting Ohio, proposed changes to the recreational marijuana law, a new plan to en…
1 year, 6 months ago
Ohio GOP wants to transform higher ed
We discuss Inauguration Day, the 2026 governor's race, new indictments in the House Bill 6 scandal and a bill that would eliminate DEI at universitie…
1 year, 6 months ago
It's almost Inauguration Day
We discuss the latest on Inauguration Day, potential changes to Ohio's Medicaid program and how the Ohio Republican Party chair made waves this week.
1 year, 7 months ago
Amy Acton kicks off governor race
We discuss the latest with Ohio's Senate appointment, a new legislative session, which bills just became law and the first Democrat to join the 2026 …
1 year, 7 months ago
What we're watching in 2025
We discuss the end of this year's lame duck session and what's ahead for Ohio politics in 2025.
1 year, 8 months ago