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About
John Richard Kasich Jr. is a former Governor of Ohio (2011-2019) and a 2016 Republican presidential candidate, known for bipartisan fiscal policies, who previously served as a U.S. Representative for 18 terms. Leslie Wexner was a major donor and supporter of Kasich's political career.
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John Boehner
endorsed
Boehner endorsed his fellow Ohioan Kasich in the 2016 presidential race, providing strategic support amid tensions with the Trump wing of the party.
Since 2016
Les Wexner
endorsed
Wexner publicly endorsed John Kasich's 2016 presidential campaign and hosted fundraisers for him, leveraging his Columbus network to boost Kasich's moderate Republican bid against Trump.
Since 2015
Les Wexner
sponsored
Wexner donated millions to Kasich's gubernatorial and presidential campaigns, leveraging his support to influence Ohio policy on business, education, and economic development favorable to his retail interests.
Since 2010
Recent Events
Utah Caucus
Cruz won with 69.2%
3/22/2016