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The Democratic National Committee is pushing for President Joe Biden to be the party’s nominee in Ohio through a virtual roll call before the state’s Aug. 7 deadline to certify the ballots. The decision to nominate Biden before the Aug. 19 convention comes as the party faces challenges in getting Biden on Ohio’s ballot after Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose, a Republican, warned about missing the deadline.
#BREAKING: DNC moves to nominate Biden virtually as Ohio ballot access deadline battle drags on https://t.co/Zjd7mp1Tug
— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) May 28, 2024
Ohio’s legislature has been deadlocked on adjusting the state deadline, leading to the Ohio Senate holding a special session to address the issue on Tuesday. “Joe Biden will be on the ballot in Ohio and all 50 states, and Ohio Republicans agree. But when the time has come for action, they have failed to act every time, so Democrats will land this plane on our own,” said DNC Chairman Jaime Harrison in a statement. The DNC aims to prevent Republicans from interfering with the democratic process and ensure that Ohioans can vote for their preferred presidential candidate.
The situation in Ohio highlights the Democratic Party’s determination to secure Biden’s spot on the ballot amid opposition from Ohio Republicans. The DNC’s announcement of a virtual roll call reflects their commitment to overcoming obstacles and ensuring that voters have the opportunity to support their chosen candidate. The story will continue to develop, and updates will be provided as the situation progresses.
