Romney Silent as Ohio Supporters Call Obama Treasonous

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney, in his second White House bid, was reminded of just how easily outside forces can distract a campaign’s message.

The former Massachusetts governor had intended to keep his focus on the U.S. economy and joblessness during an appearance yesterday at a metals stamping plant near Cleveland. He instead drew criticism, and his message was blurred by an Ohio Republican leader who compared President Barack Obama to fast-food clown Ronald McDonald and a supporter who said the president should be tried for treason.