Ramaswamy to invest millions in Ohio governor’s race

Vivek Ramaswamy, the multimillionaire biotech entrepreneur, is aggressively campaigning for the 2026 Republican gubernatorial nomination in Ohio after already investing over $30 million in his presidential campaign for 2024. In a recent Fox News Digital interview, Ramaswamy emphasized his readiness to invest even more into his gubernatorial run, aiming for success in a state he believes requires strong leadership. He labeled losing as “not an option,” signaling his unwavering commitment to this political pursuit.

As part of his campaign launch, Ramaswamy has reported raising nearly $10 million within four months, claiming this amount sets a record for first-quarter fundraising in Ohio’s state history. He attributes his fundraising success to strong support among Ohio Republicans and noted that his campaign is attracting nontraditional backers, including younger voters and entrepreneurs.

Currently, Ramaswamy is the only major Republican candidate in the race, following the withdrawal of State Attorney General Dave Yost and the waning interest from Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel. Ramaswamy expressed confidence about facing no significant primary competition, viewing Tressel as a valuable asset for Ohio rather than a rival. His comments reflect a desire to promote unity within the party while maintaining his strong campaign trajectory.

On the Democratic side, former Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton is vying for the nomination, while speculation surrounds former Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown as a potential candidate. Ramaswamy expressed a preference for a competitive Democratic primary, asserting that his campaign’s strength lies not solely in who he faces but in the principles they stand for.

Ramaswamy’s political journey began when he launched his presidential campaign in February 2023, quickly rising as a contender advocating for an “America First 2.0” agenda. Following a lackluster performance in the Iowa caucuses, he shifted focus to the gubernatorial race. A core issue for him is educational reform, highlighting a crisis in educational achievement that he believes needs urgent attention for Ohio to retain its standing in the nation and world.

Source: Paul Steinhauser

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