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Ohio GOP Rejects Trump's Federal Election Control Proposal

2/5/2026

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Ohio's Republican legislative leaders, including House Speaker Matt Huffman, rejected President Donald Trump's call to federalize elections, asserting state control over electoral processes.
Huffman stated that Ohio effectively manages its elections and should not cede power to the federal government.
Democratic representatives criticized Trump's comments, claiming they jeopardize the integrity of state-run elections and suggest manipulation of outcomes.
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose supports federal legislation for minimum election standards but views Ohio's system as a national model.

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Ohio's Republican legislative leaders, including House Speaker Matt Huffman, rejected President Donald Trump's call to federalize elections, asserting state control over electoral processes.
Huffman stated that Ohio effectively manages its elections and should not cede power to the federal government.
Democratic representatives criticized Trump's comments, claiming they jeopardize the integrity of state-run elections and suggest manipulation of outcomes.
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose supports federal legislation for minimum election standards but views Ohio's system as a national model.