Vivek Ramaswamy Preparing to Announce Ohio Governor Bid

The biotech entrepreneur and DOGE co-leader plans to transition from federal efficiency reforms to state leadership as Ohio's term-limited governor steps down.

Vivek Ramaswamy, co-leader of Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is reportedly finalizing plans to run for Ohio governor in 2026.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, who is term-limited, recently appointed Lt. Gov. Jon Husted to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Vice President-elect JD Vance.
Ramaswamy's campaign announcement is reportedly drafted but will follow his efforts to achieve significant milestones at DOGE, which aims to cut federal spending and regulations.
Other Republican contenders for the governorship include Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and state Treasurer Robert Sprague, both of whom have signaled strong intentions to run.
Ohio's political landscape has shifted solidly Republican in recent years, making the GOP primary a key focus for the state's next leadership race.