Ohio GOP Candidate Amy Acton Denounces Ramaswamy Ad Featuring Her Estranged Mother
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A new attack ad from Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in the Ohio governor’s race featured Amy Acton’s estranged mother, Donna Arthur, calling the candidate a liar. Acton’s campaign and her brother Philip Stearns called the ad a “despicable low.” Arthur said, “It’s not easy for a mother to say this, but Amy was a serious problem. She is a liar; she lies about her past.” Stearns accused Ramaswamy of exploiting the sexual abuse Acton endured at age twelve, noting that their stepfather, Cledith Arthur, was arrested and charged. Ramaswamy later confirmed the ad was from his campaign and defended its content. The Ohio Republican Party has not yet responded. Acton, who served as the state’s public health commissioner, has previously spoken publicly about abuse by her stepfather.
Timeline
- On October 20 2026 Ramaswamy attack ad featuring Acton’s mother circulated online.
- On October 21 2026 Ramaswamy defended ad, claiming it was from his campaign.
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