Governor Says He Regrets Signing Law Legalizing Sports Betting

(WTOL-11) – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine says he wishes he never signed off on legal sports betting in Ohio.

He told the Associated Press that he regrets it, especially after two Cleveland Guardians pitchers were accused of being involved with gamblers.

DeWine has pushed Major League Baseball to crack down, leading to new limits on prop bets.

He admits there’s no chance lawmakers will repeal sports betting now, but says he’ll keep pushing leagues and sports books to tighten the rules.