Republican entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy is reportedly planning to run for governor of Ohio in 2026 after serving as co-head of the Department of Government Efficiency with Elon Musk.
Vivek Ramaswamy, a prominent figure in Republican politics, is reportedly planning to run for governor of Ohio in the 2026 election. An Ohio operative close to Ramaswamy's circle revealed to Newsweek that Ramaswamy intends to focus on his current role as co-head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) with Elon Musk before formally announcing his gubernatorial bid. While he hasn't set a specific timeline, the source indicated a 'shortly' announcement.
This news comes as Ohio's current governor, Mike DeWine, faces term limits and is unable to seek re-election. DeWine recently nominated Jon Husted, his lieutenant governor, to fill the vacant U.S. Senate seat left by JD Vance, who was elected vice president-elect. This development has spurred speculation and intensified the competition for the gubernatorial seat.Ramaswamy rose to national prominence during his 2024 Republican presidential primary campaign, challenging former President Donald Trump. Although unsuccessful in securing the nomination, he garnered significant attention and secured a position in the new administration. Born in Cincinnati to Indian Hindu immigrant parents, Ramaswamy is a successful entrepreneur with an estimated net worth of at least $1.1 billion, according to Forbes. He currently resides in Upper Arlington, Ohio. His potential candidacy has already generated buzz and support from prominent Republicans, including Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee, who expressed her backing for Ramaswamy on X, formerly Twitter.The race for Ohio governor is expected to be a heated contest, with several potential Republican candidates emerging, including Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, who announced his candidacy in December 2024, and Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose. Heather Brazell-Hill, a business owner and community leader, has also declared her intention to run. On the Democratic side, Amy Acton, the former state health director who served during the COVID-19 pandemic, remains a prominent potential candidate. As Ramaswamy prepares to officially announce his candidacy, the 2026 Ohio gubernatorial election is shaping up to be a fiercely contested battleground
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