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Vance defends Ramaswamy ad using Acton's estranged mother

October 22, 2026

Summary

Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy's controversial campaign ad, featuring Amy Acton's estranged mother, has drawn strong condemnation from Acton's campaign and criticism from some Republicans, though JD Vance defended it.

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  • Vance praises Ramaswamy for having 'audacity' to run controversial Acton ad

Center

  • Vance says Republicans shouldn't complain about Ramaswamy ad featuring Amy Acton's estranged mother - AP News
  • Acton responds to Ramaswamy's ad: 'It's despicable'

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