Court Rules Ohio's Primary Will Go On As Planned

Governor Mike Dewine of Ohio recommended delaying in-person voting due to COVID-19, but lacked the authority to change the primary election date. A lawsuit was filed, but a judge ruled against it. On the same day, President Trump issued stricter guidelines to combat the virus, including avoiding gatherings of more than 10 people. The CDC also advised against gatherings of 50 or more for the next 8 weeks. Dewine had already ordered bars and restaurants to close, allowing only takeout and delivery. Ohio, along with Florida, Arizona, and Illinois, was set to hold primaries as scheduled.

What action did Governor Mike Dewine suggest regarding the primary election?

• Postpone in-person voting until June 2nd

• Cancel the election entirely

• Move the election to a different state

• Conduct the election online

What was the outcome of the lawsuit filed by voters in response to Dewine's recommendation?

• The case was postponed indefinitely

• The lawsuit was dismissed without a ruling

• The judge ruled against the voters

• The judge ruled in favor of the voters

According to President Trump's guidelines, what is the maximum number of people recommended for gatherings?

• 50 people

• 20 people

• 10 people

• 100 people

What did the CDC recommend regarding gatherings over the weekend?

• Avoid gatherings of 100 people or more

• Avoid gatherings of 50 people or more

• Avoid gatherings of 200 people or more

• Avoid gatherings of 10 people or more

Which states were mentioned as continuing with their primaries as scheduled?

• Ohio, Florida, and Illinois

• Florida, Arizona, and Illinois

• Ohio, Arizona, and Florida

• Arizona, Illinois, and Ohio