Vivek Ramaswamy, the co-chair of President-elect Trump’s new “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE), plans to run for governor of Ohio, two sources confirmed to The Hill on Friday.
The Ohio governor’s mansion can be up for grabs in 2026, as sitting Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) is term-limited.
One of many sources mentioned Ramaswamy’s plan was to “get accomplishments at DOGE” after which announce his gubernatorial bid.
The Washington Publish first reported the information. In response to the Publish, Ramaswamy’s purpose is to announce a gubernatorial bid after DeWine declares who will fill the Senate seat left open as Vice President-elect JD Vance exits the higher chamber. Although Ramaswamy was reportedly thought-about, DeWine is anticipated to call Lt. Gov. Jon Husted to the seat.
Ramaswamy is a biotech entrepreneur and former White Home contender who, whilst he challenged Trump for the Republican nomination in 2024, has lengthy been an ally of the president-elect. He was floated in speak of who may be part of Trump’s ticket and has referred to as Trump “the best president of the 21st century.”
Trump tapped Ramaswamy and fellow tech mogul Elon Musk to steer DOGE, an advisory group centered on reducing federal spending. Trump has indicated that DOGE’s work ought to wrap up in mid-2026, which might be simply in time for Ramaswamy to make a possible run.
A second supply near Ramaswamy famous the run would solely come after attaining some wins in DOGE for the president and the American individuals.
