Gov. DeWine endorses Vivek Ramaswamy for governor

OHIO — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, R-Ohio, has announced his endorsement for the 2026 governor’s race, backing Vivek Ramaswamy. 

“With the election year upon us, I am joining Republicans across Ohio in supporting our dynamic ticket for Governor, led by Vivek Ramaswamy,” DeWine said in a news release. “Ohio is winning new business projects from the coasts, and Vivek will keep the momentum going. Vivek Ramaswamy knows that Ohio is the best state to build a business, raise a family, and pursue your vision of the American dream.”

Ramaswamy announced his running mate would be Rob McColley for lieutenant governor earlier this week. 

“The first important decision any Governor makes is who will be his or her choice for Lieutenant Governor. Vivek Ramaswamy has made a great pick in Senate President Rob McColley to be his running mate,” DeWine said. “Senate President McColley is a strong leader who is well respected by the members of the General Assembly. He knows Ohio and brings geographical balance to the ticket.”