Ohio governor’s race set to become most expensive in state history

By: Morgan Trau

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: February 4, 2026

Words: 907

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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Ohio’s 2026 race to become governor is set to become one of, if not the most expensive in state history.

Tens of millions of dollars have already been raised to succeed Gov. Mike DeWine, with the majority of that coming from Republican frontrunner Vivek Ramaswamy.

Since announcing his campaign one year ago, the Cincinnati businessman reported raising nearly $20 million. Now joined by his lieutenant governor pick, Ohio Senate President Rob McColley, Republican strategist Bob …

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