Governor signs ban on DEI in Ohio public colleges despite opposition by students and teachers

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Republican Gov. Mike DeWine has signed legislation to ban diversity, equity and inclusion programs and make other sweeping changes to public colleges and universities in Ohio.
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