Ohio Gov. DeWine Linked to FirstEnergy Scandal

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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is implicated in a major corruption scandal involving FirstEnergy, which funneled millions in dark money to support his campaign and influence legislation. DeWine's administration is accused of ignoring multiple warnings and red flags about the corrupt activities, leading to the passage of House Bill 6, a $1.3 billion bailout for FirstEnergy's nuclear and coal plants. DeWine claims ignorance of the corruption, raising questions about his competence or complicity.
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