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Politics · October 7, 2026

Ohio political blogger to stand trial for sending GOP state senator explicit Shrek photo

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DJ Byrnes, an Ohio political blogger known for 'The Rooster', is facing trial for telecommunications harassment after sending an explicit image of the character Shrek to Republican State Senator Jerry Cirino. The incident occurred following Cirino's withdrawal from the race for the Ohio Senate presidency. Byrnes has pleaded not guilty, arguing his actions are protected under First Amendment free speech rights, while the prosecution contends the communication constitutes illegal harassment. A motion to dismiss the case was previously denied.

DJ Byrnes, an Ohio political blogger known for 'The Rooster', is facing trial for telecommunications harassment after sending an explicit image of the character Shrek to Republican State Senator Jerry Cirino. The incident occurred following Cirino's withdrawal from the race for the Ohio Senate presidency. Byrnes has pleaded not guilty, arguing his actions are protected under First Amendment free speech rights, while the prosecution contends the communication constitutes illegal harassment. A motion to dismiss the case was previously denied.