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Amy Acton Wins Ohio Governor Race

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Dr. Amy Acton will be Ohio’s next governor, defeating her Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy in a heated race that has gained national attention in recent weeks over a controversial attack-ad against the Democrat.

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Days ahead of the election, Mr. Ramaswamy drew criticism for the decision to air an ad in which Acton’s mother, Donna Arthur, called her daughter a liar and urged Ohioans not to vote for her, the report said.

7 of 15 outletsfirst reported 4 Novwording from The Hindu

Arthur had been estranged from Acton for nearly 50 years and had lost custody of her children after her husband, their stepfather, was indicted for raping Acton when she was a child.

4 of 15 outletsfirst reported 4 Novwording from Times of India

Acton garnered 50.7% against Ramaswamy’s 46%, with 85% of the vote counted.

3 of 15 outletsfirst reported 4 Novwording from Washington Examiner

Acton, a physician who served as outgoing Republican Governor Mike DeWine’s top health official, faced countless attacks over her response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

4 of 15 outletsfirst reported 4 Novwording from Al Jazeera

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NBC News4 Nov

Democrat Amy Acton has won Ohio’s race for governor, defeating Republican Vivek Ramaswamy. The campaign became contentious when Ramaswamy aired an attack ad featuring Acton's estranged mother, who accused her of lying. Acton, 60, is the first woman to be elected as Ohio’s governor and the first Democrat since Ted Strickland in 2006. She will succeed term-limited Republican Governor Mike DeWine.

Democrat Amy Acton wins Ohio’s race for governor →2 articles from NBC News on this story
The Independent4 Nov

Republican Vivek Ramaswamy called Democratic candidate Amy Acton to concede after losing the Ohio gubernatorial race, but his call went unanswered due to a contentious ad campaign involving Acton’s estranged mother. The article highlights that this is the first time since 2006 a Democrat has won the governor's office in Ohio, marking a political shift. Ramaswamy's concession came after he ran a $4 million…

Amy Acton let Vivek Ramaswamy’s concession call go to voicemail after repulsive attack ad featuring her estranged mother →2 articles from The Independent on this story
CBS News4 Nov

Amy Acton won Ohio's governor's race over Vivek Ramaswamy in a surprising victory for Democrats in an otherwise Republican-leaning state. Acton, 60, focused her campaign on affordability issues and leveraged her experience leading the Department of Health during the pandemic. In contrast, Ramaswamy, 41, emphasized efficiency and business success but faced criticism over negative advertising tactics, including a $4…

Democrat Amy Acton wins Ohio governor's race →2 articles from CBS News on this story
Al Jazeera4 Nov

Amy Acton, a Democrat, became the first female governor of Ohio after defeating her Republican rival Vivek Ramaswamy in a closely fought election. During the campaign, Ramaswamy aired an advertisement that featured comments from Acton's estranged mother.

Democrat Amy Acton makes history in Ohio →2 articles from Al Jazeera on this story
Washington Examiner4 Nov

Amy Acton won the race for Ohio governor against Vivek Ramaswamy, securing 50.7% of the vote compared to Ramaswamy's 46%, according to early results reported by the Associated Press at 10:49 p.m. The contest was heavily influenced by a controversial ad released two weeks before Election Day that featured Acton’s estranged mother criticizing her character and past actions, which raised questions about Acton’s…

Amy Acton rides anger over Vivek Ramaswamy ad to become Ohio’s governor →
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Fox News4 Nov

In Ohio's gubernatorial race, Democrat Amy Acton is predicted to defeat Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, breaking a 20-year streak of Republican victories in the state. The campaign saw Acton portray Ramaswamy as out-of-touch and wealthy, while his controversial campaign ad featuring her estranged mother backfired, drawing bipartisan criticism. Despite issues with Acton's past leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, she…

Trump country sees 20-year GOP grip on governor's mansion shattered →
Time4 Nov

Dr. Amy Acton defeated Vivek Ramaswamy to become Ohio’s next governor with 50.8% of the vote compared to Ramaswamy’s 45.9%, according to AP results reported on election night. The race gained national attention due to a controversial attack ad by Ramaswamy’s campaign featuring Acton’s estranged mother, which sparked widespread backlash and criticism from across political lines, including from Ohio’s current…

Democrat Amy Acton Defeats Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio Governor’s Race →
Reason4 Nov

Amy Acton has been elected as Ohio's next governor with 50.7% of the vote, defeating Vivek Ramaswamy in a contentious race. A former health official criticized for her pandemic policies, Acton's campaign focused on issues like a child tax credit and protections for reproductive rights. The race became particularly heated towards the end when Ramaswamy’s team aired an ad featuring Acton's estranged mother accusing…

Amy Acton Beats Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio Governor's Race →
NPR4 Nov

Amy Acton, former health director of Ohio, has been elected as the state’s first female governor according to The Associated Press. She defeated Vivek Ramaswamy in a contentious race that saw national criticism over an attack ad by Ramaswamy featuring Acton's estranged mother. Acton’s win marks two decades since Democrats last held the governorship in Ohio, and she will assume office in January amidst a…

Ohio elects Amy Acton first woman governor →
The Guardian4 Nov

Amy Acton won the Ohio governor race, defeating Vivek Ramaswamy and ending 16 years of Republican control. Acton will be the first female governor of Ohio and the first Democrat to hold the office since 2006. The campaign was marked by extensive spending on attack ads, with Ramaswamy benefiting from Trump’s endorsement but facing backlash over controversial advertisements aimed at discrediting Acton. Despite initial…

Amy Acton wins Ohio race for governor, ending 16 years of Republican control of office →
Mother Jones4 Nov

Amy Acton won Ohio's governor's race with 51% of the vote against Vivek Ramaswamy's 45%, marking a significant shift from the state’s recent trend towards Republican dominance. Acton campaigned on issues like ending corruption and introducing tax cuts, while Ramaswamy was criticized for his lavish travel and controversial ad campaign that backfired significantly. The article highlights how Ramaswamy's personal…

Amy Acton Defeats Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio Governor’s Contest →
Times of India4 Nov

Dr Amy Acton has won the election for Ohio governor, defeating Vivek Ramaswamy in a race where over $100 million was spent against her by Ramaswamy and his Republican allies. Acton's victory makes her the first woman to be elected as Ohio’s governor and marks the first time a Democrat has won the office in two decades. Her campaign focused on issues of affordability and healthcare access, leveraging her background…

US poll results: Democrat Amy Acton defeats Ramaswamy, flips Ohio governor's office →
The Hindu4 Nov

Vivek Ramaswamy, a 41-year-old Indian-American backed by former U.S. President Donald Trump and who spent over $36 million of his personal fortune on the campaign, lost Ohio’s gubernatorial race to Democrat Amy Acton in November 2026. Acton secured more than 51% of the vote while Ramaswamy won around 45%. Despite receiving significant financial support from other billionaires like Elon Musk and Jeffrey Yass…

Trump-backed Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy loses Ohio Governor’s race →
The Straits Times4 Nov

In the recent US midterm elections, Democrat Amy Acton won Ohio's governor race against Republican Vivek Ramaswamy on November 3. The contest became contentious due to a controversial ad campaign by Ramaswamy that featured statements from Acton’s estranged mother about her past. Despite criticism over this ad and losing Trump's endorsement, Ramaswamy continued to receive support from figures like Vice President J.D…

US midterms: Democrat Amy Acton defeats Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio governor race →

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  1. 4 Nov

    Democrat Amy Acton has been elected as the US state of Ohio’s next governor, delivering a stunning defeat to Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in a race that captured headlines across the country.

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Where to start Democrat Amy Acton wins Ohio’s race for governor NBC News

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  • 4 Nov Amy Acton let Vivek Ramaswamy’s concession call go to voicemail after repulsive attack ad featuring her estranged motherRepublican Vivek Ramaswamy called Democratic candidate Amy Acton to concede after losing the Ohio gubernatorial race, but his call went unanswered due to a contentious ad campaign involving Acton’s estranged mother. The article highlights that this is the first time since 2006 a Democrat has won the governor's office in Ohio, marking a political shift. Ramaswamy's concession came after he ran a $4 million…The Independent
  • 4 Nov Democrat Amy Acton makes history in OhioAmy Acton, a Democrat, became the first female governor of Ohio after defeating her Republican rival Vivek Ramaswamy in a closely fought election. During the campaign, Ramaswamy aired an advertisement that featured comments from Acton's estranged mother.Al Jazeera
  • 4 Nov US midterms: Democrat Amy Acton defeats Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio governor raceIn the recent US midterm elections, Democrat Amy Acton won Ohio's governor race against Republican Vivek Ramaswamy on November 3. The contest became contentious due to a controversial ad campaign by Ramaswamy that featured statements from Acton’s estranged mother about her past. Despite criticism over this ad and losing Trump's endorsement, Ramaswamy continued to receive support from figures like Vice President J.D…The Straits Times
  • 4 Nov Trump-backed Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy loses Ohio Governor’s raceVivek Ramaswamy, a 41-year-old Indian-American backed by former U.S. President Donald Trump and who spent over $36 million of his personal fortune on the campaign, lost Ohio’s gubernatorial race to Democrat Amy Acton in November 2026. Acton secured more than 51% of the vote while Ramaswamy won around 45%. Despite receiving significant financial support from other billionaires like Elon Musk and Jeffrey Yass…The Hindu
  • 4 Nov WATCH: Vivek Ramaswamy addresses supporters after projected defeat in Ohio governor's raceOn November 3, 2026, Vivek Ramaswamy spoke to his supporters following projections that Democratic candidate Amy Acton would win the Ohio gubernatorial election. The article focuses on Ramaswamy’s address after what was seen as a likely defeat in his bid for governor.ABC News (US)
  • 4 Nov WATCH: Amy Acton addresses supporters after projected win in Ohio governor's raceOn November 3, 2026, Democratic candidate Amy Acton spoke to her supporters after ABC News projected her victory in the Ohio governor's race against Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. The article focuses on Acton’s address following this projection.ABC News (US)
  • 4 Nov Democrat Amy Acton projected to win Ohio governor's race
    NBC News
  • 4 Nov US poll results: Democrat Amy Acton defeats Ramaswamy, flips Ohio governor's officeDr Amy Acton has won the election for Ohio governor, defeating Vivek Ramaswamy in a race where over $100 million was spent against her by Ramaswamy and his Republican allies. Acton's victory makes her the first woman to be elected as Ohio’s governor and marks the first time a Democrat has won the office in two decades. Her campaign focused on issues of affordability and healthcare access, leveraging her background…Times of India
  • 4 Nov Amy Acton Defeats Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio Governor’s ContestAmy Acton won Ohio's governor's race with 51% of the vote against Vivek Ramaswamy's 45%, marking a significant shift from the state’s recent trend towards Republican dominance. Acton campaigned on issues like ending corruption and introducing tax cuts, while Ramaswamy was criticized for his lavish travel and controversial ad campaign that backfired significantly. The article highlights how Ramaswamy's personal…Mother Jones
  • 4 Nov Democrat Amy Acton beats Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio governor’s raceAmy Acton, a physician and former top health official under outgoing Governor Mike DeWine, has won Ohio's gubernatorial race against Republican Vivek Ramaswamy. The campaign was marked by intense spending of over $100 million and controversial ads that sparked public outrage. Acton’s victory makes her the first Democrat to hold the office since 2006 and also the state's first female governor.Al Jazeera
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  • 4 Nov Amy Acton becomes first Democrat to win Ohio governor race in nearly 20 years, CBS News projects
    CBS News
  • 4 Nov Democrat Amy Acton wins Ohio governor's raceAmy Acton won Ohio's governor's race over Vivek Ramaswamy in a surprising victory for Democrats in an otherwise Republican-leaning state. Acton, 60, focused her campaign on affordability issues and leveraged her experience leading the Department of Health during the pandemic. In contrast, Ramaswamy, 41, emphasized efficiency and business success but faced criticism over negative advertising tactics, including a $4…CBS News
  • 4 Nov Amy Acton wins Ohio race for governor, ending 16 years of Republican control of officeAmy Acton won the Ohio governor race, defeating Vivek Ramaswamy and ending 16 years of Republican control. Acton will be the first female governor of Ohio and the first Democrat to hold the office since 2006. The campaign was marked by extensive spending on attack ads, with Ramaswamy benefiting from Trump’s endorsement but facing backlash over controversial advertisements aimed at discrediting Acton. Despite initial…The Guardian
  • 4 Nov Ohio elects Amy Acton first woman governorAmy Acton, former health director of Ohio, has been elected as the state’s first female governor according to The Associated Press. She defeated Vivek Ramaswamy in a contentious race that saw national criticism over an attack ad by Ramaswamy featuring Acton's estranged mother. Acton’s win marks two decades since Democrats last held the governorship in Ohio, and she will assume office in January amidst a…NPR
  • 4 Nov Amy Acton rides reviled Vivek Ramaswamy attack ad to stunning Ohio gov victoryDr. Amy Acton won the Ohio governor race despite over $100 million spent against her by opponents like Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk. Acton, a public health physician who gained fame during the COVID-19 pandemic, campaigned on issues of affordability and healthcare access, contrasting with Ramaswamy’s wealth and out-of-touch image. The race was marred by controversial attack ads targeting Acton's personal history…The Independent
  • 4 Nov Amy Acton Beats Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio Governor's RaceAmy Acton has been elected as Ohio's next governor with 50.7% of the vote, defeating Vivek Ramaswamy in a contentious race. A former health official criticized for her pandemic policies, Acton's campaign focused on issues like a child tax credit and protections for reproductive rights. The race became particularly heated towards the end when Ramaswamy’s team aired an ad featuring Acton's estranged mother accusing…Reason
  • 4 Nov Democrat Amy Acton Defeats Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio Governor’s RaceDr. Amy Acton defeated Vivek Ramaswamy to become Ohio’s next governor with 50.8% of the vote compared to Ramaswamy’s 45.9%, according to AP results reported on election night. The race gained national attention due to a controversial attack ad by Ramaswamy’s campaign featuring Acton’s estranged mother, which sparked widespread backlash and criticism from across political lines, including from Ohio’s current…Time
  • 4 Nov Democrat Amy Acton wins Ohio’s race for governorDemocrat Amy Acton has won Ohio’s race for governor, defeating Republican Vivek Ramaswamy. The campaign became contentious when Ramaswamy aired an attack ad featuring Acton's estranged mother, who accused her of lying. Acton, 60, is the first woman to be elected as Ohio’s governor and the first Democrat since Ted Strickland in 2006. She will succeed term-limited Republican Governor Mike DeWine.NBC News
  • 4 Nov Trump country sees 20-year GOP grip on governor's mansion shatteredIn Ohio's gubernatorial race, Democrat Amy Acton is predicted to defeat Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, breaking a 20-year streak of Republican victories in the state. The campaign saw Acton portray Ramaswamy as out-of-touch and wealthy, while his controversial campaign ad featuring her estranged mother backfired, drawing bipartisan criticism. Despite issues with Acton's past leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, she…Fox News
  • 4 Nov Amy Acton rides anger over Vivek Ramaswamy ad to become Ohio’s governorAmy Acton won the race for Ohio governor against Vivek Ramaswamy, securing 50.7% of the vote compared to Ramaswamy's 46%, according to early results reported by the Associated Press at 10:49 p.m. The contest was heavily influenced by a controversial ad released two weeks before Election Day that featured Acton’s estranged mother criticizing her character and past actions, which raised questions about Acton’s…Washington Examiner

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