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Vivek Ramaswamy to Launch Ohio Gubernatorial Campaign
Former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy is set to officially launch his campaign for Ohio governor on February 24, 2025, in his hometown of Cincinnati. This announcement comes after Ramaswamy filed the necessary paperwork with the Ohio Secretary of State’s office on February 14.
Key Points:
Launch event scheduled for February 24 at CTL Aerospace Inc. in Cincinnati
Additional campaign stops planned in Columbus, Toledo, and Cleveland areas
Ramaswamy enters a competitive Republican primary to succeed term-limited Governor Mike DeWine
Campaign Schedule:
February 24:
Cincinnati: CTL Aerospace Inc. (main launch event)
New Albany: Axium Packaging (evening remarks)
February 25:
Toledo: Glass City Center
Strongsville: The Local Bar (Cleveland suburb)
Ramaswamy, a 39-year-old biotech entrepreneur, is positioning himself as a fresh face in Ohio politics. He has already secured endorsements from two current Republican state officials: Secretary of State Frank LaRose and Treasurer Robert Sprague.
Republican Primary Landscape:
The GOP primary field for the 2026 Ohio gubernatorial race currently includes:
Vivek Ramaswamy
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost
Heather Hill (former member of the Ohio Martin Luther King Jr. Commission)
It’s worth noting that former Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted, previously considered a frontrunner, withdrew from the race after being appointed to the U.S. Senate seat formerly held by Vice President JD Vance.
Democratic Candidate:
On the Democratic side, former Ohio Health Director Dr. Amy Acton has announced her candidacy.
Background and Implications:
Ramaswamy’s entry into the Ohio gubernatorial race comes shortly after his unsuccessful bid for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. His transition from national to state-level politics reflects a strategic shift in his political ambitions.
The upcoming campaign is expected to focus on Ramaswamy’s vision for Ohio’s future, potentially drawing from his experience in the biotech industry and his recent involvement in national politics. His campaign has promised a distinctive approach, with Ramaswamy stating, “It won’t be your usual gubernatorial dog-and-pony show.”
As the race develops, key issues likely to be addressed include:
Economic development and job creation
Education policy
Healthcare reform
Infrastructure investment
Environmental regulations
The outcome of this election will have significant implications for Ohio’s policy direction in areas such as economic development, education, and healthcare. As a swing state, Ohio’s gubernatorial race often attracts national attention and can serve as an indicator of broader political trends. Observers will be watching closely to see how Ramaswamy’s national profile and unconventional political background translate to state-level politics, and how his campaign message resonates with Ohio voters across the political spectrum.
