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Amy Acton makes first move as governor-elect as administration job hunt ramps up
Cleveland.com • • nation
Key Points:
- Ohio governor-elect Amy Acton appointed John Haseley, former chief of staff to ex-Gov. Ted Strickland, to lead her transition team as she prepares to fill her administration roles.
- Acton's transition team launched Govelectacton.com, a website for Ohioans to apply for jobs, receive updates, and learn about her policy priorities.
- Acton faces the challenge of assembling her cabinet and staff within a few months, marking a significant transition as Ohio has not had a Democratic governor in 20 years.
- Outgoing Republican Gov. Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine invited Acton and her husband to tour the governor’s mansion and pledged full cooperation to support a smooth transition.
- Speculation about Acton’s administration appointments began immediately after her election, with many potential hires expected to come from former Strickland staff networks.
