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Trump Backs Ramaswamy, Sparking Ohio Governor Showdown

5/10/2025

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President Trump has thrown his weight behind Vivek Ramaswamy for Ohio governor, igniting a political showdown with term-limited Gov. Mike DeWine, who is scrambling to counter the endorsement. DeWine seeks to stall support, eyeing a potential run from Jim Tressel. Meanwhile, Ramaswamy is surging in the polls, fueled by strong grassroots enthusiasm throughout Ohio.

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President Trump has thrown his weight behind Vivek Ramaswamy for Ohio governor, igniting a political showdown with term-limited Gov. Mike DeWine, who is scrambling to counter the endorsement. DeWine seeks to stall support, eyeing a potential run from Jim Tressel. Meanwhile, Ramaswamy is surging in the polls, fueled by strong grassroots enthusiasm throughout Ohio.