#Republican candidates for Governor of Ohio#

Republican Vivek Ramaswamy is planning to run for governor of Ohio, a move that has sparked recent attention. Ramaswamy, a biotech entrepreneur and cryptocurrency advocate, was a vocal supporter of self-custody wallets, free from regulatory restrictions, during his 2024 presidential bid. After Trump’s presidential victory, Ramaswamy was appointed as one of the heads of the newly-created Department of Government Efficiency, tasked with cutting regulations and reorganizing federal agencies. He co-led the department with Elon Musk and served as a campaign surrogate for Trump. Ramaswamy’s campaign plans have yet to be officially announced, but sources say he will be formally launching his bid soon. Ohio has recently seen a push for cryptocurrency-related legislation, such as the creation of a state-backed bitcoin reserve, which may influence Ramaswamy’s campaign and potentially bring new opportunities for cryptocurrency development in the state.