At a rally in Cleveland, former President Barack Obama condemned Ohio Republican gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy for his controversial campaign ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother. Obama described Ramaswamy's actions as crossing ethical lines for attention. Acton, who is leading Ramaswamy by 4 points in recent polls, criticized him for exploiting her past to benefit his campaign. The Cook Political Report has shifted the race's rating to lean Democratic following the ad's release.
Key facts
- Barack Obama criticized Ramaswamy's ad at a rally in Cleveland.
- Obama described Ramaswamy as 'thirsty' for attention.
- Amy Acton leads Ramaswamy by 4 points in polling.
- The Cook Political Report changed the race's rating to 'lean Democratic.'
- Ramaswamy's ad has drawn criticism from both parties.
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