Vivek Ramaswamy Announces Ohio Gubernatorial Bid at Springfield Town Hall
Springfield, OH — Vivek Ramaswamy made his return to Springfield on Thursday, marking his first public appearance since a controversial town hall meeting last September focused on the city’s Haitian immigrant community. His prior visit garnered national attention following unfounded rumors circulated by some party members, including former President Donald Trump, alleging that immigrants were harming pets.
Addressing a packed crowd, Ramaswamy reflected on how that experience shifted his perspective on serving Ohio. “It was at that town hall that I realized how best to contribute to our great state,” he stated, encouraging attendees to consider running for governor himself.
Ramaswamy reiterated the goals he announced when launching his candidacy, envisioning Ohio as a leading state in educational and economic achievements. He opened his team to all political ideologies, emphasizing unity in achieving this vision. “America is back, and it feels fantastic,” he proclaimed.
Previously a 2024 presidential candidate, Ramaswamy now seeks to lead Ohio, bringing what he calls a “new era” post-Trump’s election. Adopting a variation of Trump’s slogan, he declared a mission to “Make Ohio Great Again,” promoting a governance model focused on meritocracy over the so-called "woke DEI regime."
In his remarks, Ramaswamy emphasized the importance of elected officials leading the government, rather than bureaucrats. “The golden age for America is about to be a golden age for federalism,” he said, adding that he aims to position Ohio as the premier state for families, education, and wealth generation.
State Senator Kyle Koehler noted the unprecedented attendance at the event, held at the historic Simon Kenton Inn. The Ohio gubernatorial landscape is shaping up, with Ramaswamy facing off against Democratic contender Amy Acton, and potential challengers like Tim Ryan and Chris Redfern.
This story will be updated with additional details as the campaign progresses.
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