Vivek Ramaswamy wins Republican nomination for Ohio governor
He spent much of the race criticising the state's response to the Covid-19 pandemic led by the Democrat nominee.
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Notable Quotes
"for getting us to this point, adding, 'The real destination is in November.'"
— Vivek Ramaswamy , Politician
"It shouldn't be this hard. It is time to put working families first."
— Amy Acton , Politician
"I know Vivek well, competed against him, and he is something SPECIAL. He is Young, Strong, and Smart!"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I told her to issue the health order. The decision was mine."
— Mike DeWine , Politician
"I do believe that this marks, without exception, the single most consequential election for governor that our state has ever seen in our history."
— Vivek Ramaswamy , Politician
"This isn’t about political party, guys, it’s not about that anymore. It is about extreme wealth, power, ideologies, special interests against everyone else."
— Amy Acton , Politician
"I like the fact that he is looking at rolling back income taxes, at least for seniors—and property taxes, possibly for people who have paid off their own homes."
— Randy Tarrier , Other
"He's so approachable on all different issues. He's such a smart guy. He's very successful, and I think he can correct a lot of the issues we’re facing in Ohio."
— Debra Tarrier , Other
"I think she will be fair. She was fair during COVID, and they shut her down because she was telling the truth."
— Janice Wicker , Other
"A politician can tell you this or that, but he's got a mapped-out plan—and that's what stood out to me."
— Sean Chansler , Other
"Young, Strong, and Smart!"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"A world-class education is the birthright of every Ohioan & we’ll make sure that’s what they get, from the inner cities to Appalachia."
— Vivek Ramaswamy , Politician
Key People
Amy Acton is a Democratic politician campaigning to be the next Ohio governor.
Republican Ohio Senator and father of Emily Moreno, calling for Max Miller's removal from Congress.
Auto racing engineer and Republican gubernatorial candidate in Ohio.
A voter who expressed positive views about Ramaswamy.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Uncontested Democratic nominee for Ohio governor and former health director.
A voter who supported Dr. Amy Acton.
JD Vance is a United States Senator from Ohio and a prominent figure in conservative politics.
Republican incumbent running against Sherrod Brown in a special election.
Mike DeWine is the Governor of Ohio.
A voter who attended a Ramaswamy town hall and expressed support.
A supporter of Vivek Ramaswamy who attended his town hall.
Democratic former Senator from Ohio running to reclaim his seat.
Former Governor of Ohio, last Democrat to win the state governorship.
Vivek Ramaswamy is a Republican candidate for the Ohio governor seat and an ally of US President Donald Trump.
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He spent much of the race criticising the state's response to the Covid-19 pandemic led by the Democrat nominee.
In the May 2026 primaries, former Senator Sherrod Brown secured the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate, while biotech billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy clinched the GOP nomination for Ohio governor, setting up a high-stakes race against Democrat Amy Acton.
Voters in Ohio's 2026 state primaries will select candidates for key positions, including governor and U.S. Senate, with Republican Vivek Ramaswamy facing Democrat Dr. Amy Acton in the gubernatorial race.
Biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy has secured the Republican nomination for Ohio governor, setting up a November showdown against Democrat Amy Acton, who ran unopposed in her primary.
Vivek Ramaswamy, endorsed by President Trump, has won the Ohio Republican primary for governor, positioning him for a competitive general election against Democrat Amy Acton in November.
Vivek Ramaswamy, a biotech entrepreneur and former presidential candidate, clinched the Republican nomination for Ohio governor, defeating challenger Casey Putsch.
Tech billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy secured a decisive victory in the Republican gubernatorial primary, positioning him against Democrat Amy Acton in the upcoming general election.
Former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy won the Ohio GOP primary for governor, setting up a general election matchup against Democrat Amy Acton.
Vivek Ramaswamy, endorsed by former President Trump, won the Ohio Republican primary for governor, leading to a competitive general election against Democrat Amy Acton.
Vivek Ramaswamy, a Republican former presidential candidate, won his primary race for Ohio governor on Tuesday, setting up a closely-watched contest in November’s election.
Dr. Amy Acton, a Democrat and former public health director, faces challenges in the gubernatorial race due to her controversial role during the COVID-19 pandemic, with Republican frontrunner Vivek Ramaswamy criticizing her actions as government overreach.
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