CLEVELAND — Two Ohio lawmakers are pushing new legislation they say will send a strong message against political violence.

Ohio Representatives Jack Daniels (R-New Franklin) and Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Township) have announced legislation aimed at strengthening the state’s hate crime statutes by enhancing penalties for politically motivated violence.

The legislation comes in response to the recent murders of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman , highlighting a rise in attacks targeting individuals based on their political beliefs or affiliations.

“My thoughts and prayers are with the Kirk and Hortman families and any person who has fell victim to political violence. Political violence is unacceptable in all circumstances—whether

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