DOGE bro Ramaswamy likely to announce Ohio governor run by month’s end: sources

Former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy is gearing up to announce his run for governor in Ohio by the end of January, according to a source close to the biotech entrepreneur. This news comes shortly after sources revealed that Ramaswamy, co-leader of President-elect Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative along with Elon Musk, was preparing to enter the gubernatorial race.

Ramaswamy’s decision to run for governor comes as Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is term-limited and unable to seek re-election in 2026. Following DeWine’s announcement that Lt. Gov. Jon Husted would fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by former Sen. JD Vance, Ramaswamy saw an opportunity to pivot towards a gubernatorial campaign.

At 39 years old, Ramaswamy gained momentum during his presidential campaign in 2023, advocating for an “America First 2.0” agenda and positioning himself as a strong supporter of Trump. Despite ending his White House bid after a fourth-place finish in the Iowa caucuses, Ramaswamy swiftly endorsed Trump and became a key surrogate during the campaign.

Ramaswamy’s involvement in Trump’s DOGE initiative, alongside Musk, further solidified his political profile. With Ohio leaning red in recent years, Ramaswamy’s entry into the gubernatorial race could shape up to be a significant political event in the state.

As Ohio prepares for a new chapter in its leadership, Ramaswamy’s anticipated announcement is poised to shake up the political landscape. With his background as a successful entrepreneur and his ties to the Trump administration, Ramaswamy’s candidacy is one to watch in the upcoming race for governor.