Ohio Republican governor urges end to death penalty, saying it cannot be morally justified (opens original article in a new tab)

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, who once supported the death penalty, now urges its abolition, citing moral and practical concerns, as bipartisan efforts face legislative hurdles.

• Ohio Governor Mike DeWine called for abolishing the death penalty, stating it no longer has moral justification.
• DeWine, who previously helped reinstate the death penalty, has delayed executions and supported its abolition during his tenure.
• Bipartisan bills to repeal the death penalty exist in Ohio's legislature, but Republican leaders have not scheduled votes.