Vivek Ramaswamy Secures Ohio GOP Endorsement for 2026 Governor Race
Columbus, Ohio – Vivek Ramaswamy, a biotech billionaire and former presidential candidate, has officially secured the Ohio Republican Party’s endorsement for the 2026 governor’s race. His candidacy, heavily backed by President Donald Trump and boosted by a timely social media post from Donald Trump Jr., has now gained momentum as he positions himself as a frontrunner.
The Ohio GOP’s State Central Committee made the decision in a closed-door session, stirring controversy among some members who felt the early endorsement was premature. Despite this, the vote favored Ramaswamy over veteran state figures like Attorney General Dave Yost and Appalachian business leader Heather Hill.
Lara Trump, former co-chair of the Republican National Committee, opened the meeting with a call to unity, aligning with the party’s 2026 slogan: “Unite, unite, unite!”
Notably, Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel, a former Ohio State Buckeyes head coach, hinted at a possible bid just hours before the endorsement, introducing a new dynamic into the already competitive Republican field.
On the Democratic side, Dr. Amy Acton, known for her leadership during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, is the only declared candidate so far.
Ramaswamy launched his campaign in February and has been making statewide appearances ever since. Trump’s endorsement branded him as “Young, Strong, and Smart,” giving his campaign a powerful push.
The endorsement could alter the race’s dynamics, as traditional Ohio politics often favor candidates with governmental experience. However, Ramaswamy appears to be following in the footsteps of political newcomers like J.D. Vance and Bernie Moreno, both of whom used Trump’s backing to rise swiftly.
Yost’s campaign, while respectful of the decision, emphasized that Ohioans deserve a true electoral choice rather than what they termed a “premature coronation.”
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