Ahead of the 2026 Ohio gubernatorial election, President Donald Trump has announced his support for Vivek Ramaswamy of the Republican party

Vivek Ramaswamy, a native of Ohio and billionaire who competed against Trump for president during the Republican primary, announced his bid for the race during a campaign rally in West Chester Township on Monday evening, February 24.

Reacting, Trump in a post on his Truth Social account on Tuesday morning, described Vivek as a good person, who truly loves America.

The U.S. President pledged his total support for the 39-year-old entrepreneur, saying he will be a great governor.

Trump wrote, “VIVEK RAMASWAMY is running for Governor of the Great State of Ohio. I know him well, competed against him, and he is something SPECIAL. He’s Young, Strong, and Smart!

“Vivek is also a very good person, who truly loves our Country. He will be a GREAT Governor of Ohio, will never let you down, and has my complete and total endorsement.”