We will not allow hate : Mayor Ginther addresses potential protests
The Statehouse, other state buildings as well as city buildings in downtown Columbus will be closed through Inauguration Day due to the possibility of protests. Author: 10TV Web Staff, Associated Press, Lacey Crisp Published: 4:21 PM EST January 12, 2021 Updated: 11:38 PM EST January 15, 2021
Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther and several other leaders and officials in the city addressed the potential protests this weekend at the Ohio Statehouse and in downtown Columbus, at a press conference Friday morning.
The Statehouse and other state buildings in downtown Columbus will be closed through Inauguration Day as police officers, National Guard members and state troopers provide security and authorities prepare for possible protests by supporters of President Donald Trump, Gov. Mike DeWine said Thursday.