Donald Trump Endorses Vivek Ramaswamy for Ohio Governor, Praises His Leadership and Vision

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has officially endorsed Vivek Ramaswamy for Governor of Ohio, calling the biotech entrepreneur and former presidential candidate “young, strong, and smart.”

In a post on Truth Social on Saturday, Trump said, “I know Vivek well, competed against him, and he is something special. He is a very good person who truly loves our country.” He added that Ramaswamy would “fight tirelessly to grow the economy, cut taxes, protect the border, and defend the Second Amendment,” while announcing his “Complete and Total Endorsement.”

The endorsement comes as Ramaswamy, 39, continues to consolidate support among Ohio Republicans ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial election. The Cincinnati native previously earned the backing of the state GOP earlier this year and has positioned himself as a staunch advocate of Trump’s “America First” agenda.

Ramaswamy, a biotech founder and political newcomer who gained national prominence during his 2024 presidential campaign, has pledged to focus on economic growth, education reform, and public safety in his run for governor.

Ohio’s current Governor, Mike DeWine, is term-limited and cannot seek re-election, setting up a competitive race for the state’s top office. Trump’s endorsement is expected to give Ramaswamy a significant boost within the Republican base as he prepares for a high-profile campaign trail in 2026.