COLUMBUS, Ohio — It has been a big weekend for Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, as he celebrated his inauguration for his second term.
What You Need To Know
- Gov. Mike DeWine's 2023 inaugural gala was hosted at the Statehouse Saturday night
- Gov. DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted celebrated with hundreds in attendance as they explained their plans for their second terms
- Both will be officially sworn in to their second terms on Monday
With musical performances and a full house, Gov. DeWine was welcomed with open arms.
"Because of you,we were able to achieve a huge victory, close to 63% of the votes, so thank you all for that," said Gov. DeWine.
In front of hundreds in attendance, Gov. DeWine explained how he plans to lead Ohio over the next four years.
"Ohio is a manufacturing state,” said Gov. DeWine. “It's in our DNA, and we're going to continue to do that, and we're taking manufacturing to an absolutely new level."
His plans involve working closely with Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted for a second term.
"Jon Husted has been an amazing partner for me over the last four years,” said Gov. DeWine. “I wouldn't want anyone else by my side over the next four years than Jon Husted."
Husted shares the same sentiment.
"It's such an honor for me to serve with Governor DeWine,” said Husted. “Thank you so much for all you've done to help us achieve victory, to win an opportunity to serve for four more years."
Gov. DeWine and Lt. Gov. Husted will be officially sworn in to their second terms on Monday.