Gov. Mike DeWine accepts resignation from Attorney General Dave Yost

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is resigning from his position, effective June 7, citing another employment opportunity in his letter of resignation. Yost had 8 months left to serve in his final term as attorney general after reaching the term limits for the position.

Yost announced on his X account that he will become the vice president of Strategic Research and Innovation at the Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) which was also announced on the organisation’s website.

Gov. Mike DeWine formally accepted his resignation, thanked him for his years of service to the state of Ohio, and offered best wishes for Yost’s future endeavours.

“Having served as Ohio Attorney General, I know how important this office is and the great work done by its employees.  I will give the appointment of someone to serve as Attorney General thoughtful and deliberate consideration,” DeWine said in the press release.