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Trump Gives 'Complete and Total' Endorsement to Vivek Ramaswamy in 2026 Ohio Governor Race

The endorsement elevates a competitive open-seat contest where early polls show a close matchup with Democrat Amy Acton.

Overview

  • Posting on Truth Social, President Trump praised Ramaswamy as “something special” and outlined priorities from tax cuts and deregulation to border security, energy dominance and election integrity.
  • Ramaswamy publicly thanked Trump and embraced the backing as he campaigns statewide for the open governorship.
  • The Ohio Republican Party endorsed Ramaswamy in May after he left his brief role co-leading the Department of Government Efficiency with Elon Musk to pursue the race.
  • Coverage notes some pushback from MAGA-aligned activists on social media even as Trump urges Republicans to unite behind Ramaswamy.
  • Key dates include the Ohio GOP primary in May 2026 and the general election in November 2026, with term limits preventing Gov. Mike DeWine from running again.