- Trump supports Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio governor race.
- Ramaswamy faces backlash for controversial campaign ad targeting rival.
- Indian-American entrepreneur is Republican nominee for Ohio elections.
US President Donald Trump has come out in support of Republican Ohio gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy amid growing criticism of a campaign advertisement targeting his Democratic rival Amy Acton’s estranged mother. Trump called the ad “very powerful” and accused the media of launching a coordinated attack against Ramaswamy and urged him to keep it running. The incident has brought Ramaswamy back into the spotlight as he prepares to face Acton in Ohio’s November 3 midterm elections.
Who Is Vivek Ramaswamy?
Born on August 9, 1985, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Ramaswamy is an American biotechnology entrepreneur, author and politician. He is the Republican nominee for governor of Ohio in the November 3 election. He is the son of Indian immigrant parents and was raised in Hindu faith. Ramaswamy earned a biology degree from Harvard University and a law degree from Yale Law School. He was also a nationally ranked junior tennis player.
Before entering politics, Ramaswamy built his career in the business world. In 2014, at the age of 29, he founded Roivant Sciences, a biotechnology company focused on developing medicines. He served as its chief executive officer until 2021. His book, Woke, Inc., made him a prominent voice in debates over corporate culture and progressive politics.
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Personal Life
Ramaswamy is married to Apoorva Ramaswamy, a physician specialising in ear, nose and throat medicine. The couple met while studying at Yale. He holds conservative views, opposes affirmative actioan, and has supported strict abortion restrictions. Beyond business and politics, Ramaswamy also performed rap music under the name “Da Vek” while studying at Harvard, including covers of Eminem songs.
From Presidential Candidate To Ohio Governor Race
Ramaswamy entered national politics in February 2023 by launching his campaign for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. After finishing fourth in the lowa caucuses, he withdrew from the race in January 2024 and formally endorsed Trump. He was then selected by Trump to co-lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) along with Elon Musk. However, he later left the role to focus on his campaign for Ohio governor
He has gained national attention for his close ties with Trump and his political campaign. During the 2024 Republican primary, he avoided direct attacks on Trump and often praised his presidency. Trump once described him as “young, strong, and smart” while endorsing his Ohio gubernatorial campaign.
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