The Ohio Debate Commission has canceled the debate between the Republican candidates for governor.
Earlier this month, Gov. Mike DeWine declined an invitation to participate in the March 29 debate hosted by the commission ahead of the May 3 primary. He did not provide a reason, but later said he didn't believe it would add to what the public knows about him.
On Thursday, Jim Renacci, one of three other candidates on the Republican ballot, said he would not participate in the debate without DeWine.
The Democratic candidates for governor – John Cranley and Nan Whaley -- have confirmed their intent to participate in the debate to be held March 29 at 7 p.m. at Central State University’s Robeson Cultural & Performing Arts Center.
The commission is also holding two debate on March 28 at CSU for the U.S. Senate primary candidates one for Democrats and one for Republicans.
The Ohio Debate Commission was established in 2018 as a collaboration of media outlets around the state to produce debates for statewide distribution.
This is a breaking story and will be updated as additional information becomes available.
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