US poll results: Democrat Amy Acton defeats Ramaswamy, flips Ohio governor’s office

Dr. Amy Acton has been elected as Ohio’s first female governor after defeating Vivek Ramaswamy. This historic victory marks the first Democratic win in the state’s governorship in two decades. Acton campaigned on healthcare and affordability while highlighting her challenging childhood. Ramaswamy faced significant backlash for a controversial ad featuring Acton’s estranged mother. Acton enters office without prior elected experience amid significant political shifts in Ohio.