- Vivek Ramaswamy faced widespread backlash after releasing an attack ad against Democratic candidate Amy Acton featuring her estranged mother, who accused Acton of lying about childhood sexual abuse.
- Ohio Republicans and campaign staffers reportedly urged Ramaswamy not to run the ad, with some aides considering resignation over the decision, according to Zeteo.
- President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance defended the campaign ad, while outgoing Republican Gov. Mike DeWine called for it to be pulled.
- The ad caused Ramaswamy to lose key endorsements and prompted Ohio's largest newspaper, The Plain Dealer, to endorse Acton for governor.
- Acton strongly condemned the ad, highlighting that she was legally removed from her mother's custody at age 12 due to severe abuse and neglect.
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