Vivek Ramaswamy plans to announce Ohio gubernatorial run

Biotech entrepreneur and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy plans to announce his candidacy for Ohio governor, according to sources familiar with his intentions. Currently co-leading President-elect Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative, Ramaswamy is preparing to enter the race as Governor Mike DeWine nears the end of his term. DeWine, who is term-limited, is expected to appoint Lt. Gov. Jon Husted to replace Vice President-elect JD Vance in the Senate, with Ramaswamy’s announcement likely to follow. The gubernatorial election is scheduled for November 2026, aligning with DOGE’s July 2026 project deadline. Ramaswamy, a Cincinnati native, gained prominence during his 2024 GOP presidential bid before endorsing Trump after dropping out. Trump appointed him and Elon Musk to lead efforts to cut government spending and regulations. Though Trump encouraged him to consider the Senate seat, Ramaswamy remains focused on the governorship.