Ohio Governor DeWine Vetoes Transgender Care Ban Amid Backlash from Republicans

DeWine's decision, following a two-week consultation period, has been criticized by prominent Republicans, including former President Trump. The veto could still be overridden by the Republican supermajority in the Ohio Legislature.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine vetoed House Bill 68, which aimed to ban gender-affirming care for transgender minors and prevent transgender women and girls from participating in female school sports.
DeWine's decision came after a two-week 'fact-finding mission' where he consulted with medical professionals, families of transgender children, and advocates both for and against the measure.
Former President Donald Trump and other Republicans criticized DeWine's decision, accusing him of siding with the 'Radical Left'.
Reports suggest that DeWine received campaign donations from several children's hospitals and organizations that support access to transgender medical treatment for minors.
Despite the veto, the Ohio GOP holds a supermajority in both chambers of the state legislature, making it possible for the bill to still become law if 60% of the Ohio Legislature vote to override DeWine's veto.