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ELECTION 2026: Ohio Voters Decide Between Dr. Amy Acton, Vivek Ramaswamy Tonight
Candidates and allies spent more than $200 million as personal attacks and policy fights over taxes and affordability dominated the contest, AdImpact said.
On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, Ohio voters are choosing between Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton to succeed term-limited Republican Gov. Mike DeWine.
Candidates and their allies spent more than $200 million to define their opponents, making this one of the nation's most expensive races. Personal attacks marked the campaign, including ads resurfacing a 2019 domestic dispute.
Ramaswamy advanced GOP-backed policies, including a 90-day gas tax suspension and new voter ID requirements. Acton has focused on advocating for working families, promising tax cuts to address rising costs.
President Donald Trump endorsed Ramaswamy, who cleared the GOP field early, while former President Barack Obama campaigned for Acton. The election is a critical test for the party hoping to flip the governor's office.
Polls remain open until 7:30 p.m. on November 3 for in-person voting, with final results expected shortly after polls close. The winner will be sworn in this year and face reelection in the next gubernatorial cycle.