Acton Surpasses Ramaswamy in Fundraising for Ohio Gubernatorial Race

Democrat Amy Acton has raised $10.58 million in the 2026 Ohio gubernatorial race, surpassing Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, who has raised $10.29 million, according to campaign finance reports filed with Ohio’s secretary of state. Acton's funding primarily comes from Ohio residents, with approximately 100,556 donations from within the state, while Ramaswamy received over 10,000 donations from Ohio, California, Texas, and Florida. Ramaswamy's total includes $25 million in personal contributions, setting a state record. Polling indicates a competitive race, with Acton holding a narrow lead of 1 point in a recent Fox News poll and 3 points in an AARP poll. Republicans have structural advantages in Ohio, as the state has not elected a Democratic governor since 2006. A super PAC supporting Ramaswamy has announced a $25 million advertising campaign targeting Acton, reflecting concerns about the competitiveness of the race. Acton focuses her campaign on affordability and healthcare costs, while Ramaswamy emphasizes tax cuts and school choice.