(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today issued the following statement:
“Today is a great day for Crew fans, and this is outstanding news for all of Columbus!
“I am proud of the work our legal team has done in ensuring Ohio’s laws are followed and the door has been kept open to productive negotiations. Our community has invested in this team and deserves the opportunity to keep the black and gold right here, where they belong. I appreciate the efforts of the Haslam and Edwards families, and the Columbus Partnership for their work, and I will continue pursuing the case in court until there is a final deal.
“Columbus’s long history as the home of U.S. soccer continues. Central Ohio is not only home to the country’s first professional soccer team and the first soccer-specific stadium; it is also home to the fans that #SavedTheCrew. The dedication, loyalty, and heart of fans shows that the Crew SC community is truly 'America’s hardest working team.'
“I look forward to watching a future match of Crew SC and FC Cincinnati!”
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