Vivek Ramaswamy, the successful biotech entrepreneur and former Republican presidential candidate, is reportedly gearing up to run for Ohio governor, according to multiple sources. Ramaswamy, known for his wealth and political ambitions, is said to be on the verge of announcing his gubernatorial bid.
It is speculated that Ramaswamy, who co-leads President-elect Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative alongside Elon Musk, will make his official announcement in the near future. An Ohio operative familiar with Ramaswamy's plans revealed that his strategy involves achieving milestones at DOGE before launching his governorship campaign.
The current Ohio Governor, Mike DeWine, is term-limited and ineligible for re-election in 2026. DeWine recently appointed Lt. Gov. Jon Husted to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by former Sen. JD Vance, who resigned ahead of the upcoming inauguration.
Prior to his Senate appointment, Husted had intentions of running for governor in 2026 to succeed DeWine. Ramaswamy, aged 39, gained prominence during his 2023 presidential campaign, where he championed an 'America First 2.0' agenda and emerged as a significant contender for the Republican nomination.
Despite withdrawing from the presidential race after a lackluster performance in the Iowa caucuses, Ramaswamy threw his support behind Trump and became a key advocate on the campaign trail. An Ohio native, Ramaswamy was appointed, alongside Elon Musk, to lead the DOGE initiative by Trump in November.
Ohio, once a pivotal battleground state in general elections, has witnessed a shift towards Republican dominance over the past decade. Ramaswamy's potential bid for governor adds an intriguing element to the state's political landscape, setting the stage for a compelling electoral contest in the future.
