Democrat Amy Acton wins Ohio governor's race, defeating Republican Vivek Ramaswamy

Updated on: November 3, 2026 / 11:36 PM EST / CBS News

Democrat Amy Acton wins Ohio governor's race, defeating Republican Vivek Ramaswamy

TL;DR

  • Amy Acton, a Democrat, won the Ohio governor's race, defeating Republican Vivek Ramaswamy.
  • Ohio has trended Republican in recent years, with President Trump winning the state by 11 points in 2024.
  • Acton, a former director of the state's Department of Health, focused her campaign on affordability, using her personal story of experiencing homelessness as a child.
  • Ramaswamy, a billionaire entrepreneur, focused his campaign on efficiency and business success.
  • The race featured significant negative advertising, including an ad about Acton's estranged mother.
  • Acton stated her commitment to putting Ohioans first and ensuring no one is unseen.
  • Ramaswamy had previously run for president in 2024 and is a supporter of Donald Trump.