Vivek Ramaswamy announces bid for Ohio governor in 2026

After months of speculation, former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy officially announced the candidate for Ohio governor at a rally in Cincinnati on Monday.
Ramaswamy Announce his intentions The office that was elected.
“I do want to lead Ohio to be the highest state in the country, especially in a field I think we’ve talked about enough, even in our public schools,” Ramaswami said on Monday. His first interview with “Hannity” since announcing the governor’s bid.
“I want Ohio to be the first state in our country Implement performance-based compensation For teachers, principals, principals, the best teachers who deserve more salary will actually get more salary. ”
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Vivek Ramaswamy signed an old copy of his yearbook on stage after speaking at CTL Aerospace in Cincinnati, Ohio on February 24, 2025. ((Photo of Jon Cherry/Getty Pictures))
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Ramaswamy tells Fox News host Sean Hannity President Donald Trump The victory of the 2024 election restored voters’ confidence in the United States, so now the governor needs to “rise to the same occasion and lead at the state level.”
“When you think about health care, education programs – what they do to the federal bureaucracy is beautiful. But many programs are going to move to states and people now,” he explained. “So, I do think it’s us now.” A moment when a strong governor leadership path is needed, and I’m excited to lead this allegation in Ohio.”

Vivek Ramaswamy took the steps on the CTL Aerospace Stage in Cincinnati, Ohio on February 24, 2025. ((Photo taken by Jon Cherry/Getty))
Ohio Republicans Governor Mike Dewine Term limit, once his second term expires in January 2027. The governor’s competition will be held in November 2026.
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Trump acknowledged Ramaswami in an article on his Truth Social Platform Monday night, writing that the former biotechnology leader was “special.”
“Vivik is also someone who truly loves our country. He will be a great governor of Ohio and will never let you down and have my complete and comprehensive recognition!”