Dear Richland County:

Public trust is critically important to our society.  In order to gain and keep that trust, we, as party members and public officials must be willing to hold each other accountable and responsible to our constituents.  While the accusations of corruption made today by the FBI in regard to Speaker Larry Householder and others are still allegations, they are alarming and if true, disgraceful. 

Elected officials should be held to a higher standard and offer full transparency in their actions.  The Richland County Republican Party stands with many others in calling for accountability in regard to these accusations and for Speaker Householder to resign.

While this is a sad day for the State of Ohio, we believe there are many in office who serve honorably and strive to represent our great state with dignity.  We will work diligently to overcome these challenges and support candidates and officials who will represent the residents of Richland County and the State of Ohio well.