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CINCINNATI, OHIO - OCTOBER 24: Vivek Ramaswamy, Republican nominee for Governor of Ohio, speaks to a group of supporters at Price Hill Chili on October 24, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Ramaswamy is running against democratic nominee Dr. Amy Acton for the seat. (Photo by Michael Swensen/Getty Images)
AD BEHAVIOR

Desperate MAGA Candidate Hit by Fresh Shame Over Vile Ad

The Ohio governor hopeful has stripped his controversial ad of its most personal accusations, but stopped short of pulling it altogether.

Farrah Tomazin

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 24: Former U.S. President Barack Obama speaks during a campaign rally at Cleveland Public Auditorium on October 24, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. Obama is campaigning for Ohio Democratic candidates including Senate candidate, former Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton ahead of next week's midterm elections on November 3. (Photo by Jeff Swensen/Getty Images)
YES, WE SLAM

Obama Goes Scorched Earth on Trump at Packed Ohio Rally

The former president had plenty to say about his successor’s White House renovations—and the “not serious” people running the country.

Farrah Tomazin

Donald Trump's chickens come home to roost.
BACK TO BITE HIM

Why Trump Will Pay the Price for MAGA’s Vilest Ad: Author

Michael Wolff has revealed the catch to the president’s “Hail Mary” backing of Vivek Ramaswamy’s vile ad.

Erkki Forster

Amy Acton and Vinek Ramaswamy
MOMMY DEAREST

Vile MAGA Candidate Is Exposed as Thin-Skinned Mommy’s Boy

The paper-thin reason for Vivek Ramaswamy’s twisted attack is revealed by our must-read newsletter The Swamp.

The Swamp

US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters before boarding Marine One as he departs the White House for Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, en route to Fort Myers, Florida, on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, US, October 23, 2026. REUTERS/Evan Vucci
'QUIET!'

Trump Melts Down After Getting Cornered on Vile Ad

The president can’t seem to stop himself from lashing out at the media.

Julia Ornedo

Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy
NOT MY PROBLEM

Trump Pal Ramaswamy Gives Bonkers Excuse for Vile Attack Ad

The Republican candidate for Ohio governor has tried to distance himself from accusations that his attack ad challenged his opponent’s rape claims.

Farrah Tomazin

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Scott Jennings
‘EXTREMELY RISKY’

Scott Jennings Blasts Vivek Over MAGA’s Vilest Ad

“It was bad strategy,” the conservative commentator told Kaitlan Collins.

Isabel van Brugen

Ben Yoho, Vinek Ramaswamy and Amy Acton on a tv screen
FAMILIAR FACE

ICE Barbie Goon Unmasked as Creator of MAGA's Vilest Ad

This is not the first controversial ad reportedly produced by the right-wing strategist.

Josh Fiallo

Donald Trump and Vivek Ramaswamy
FAMILY VALUES?

Trump Spews Vile Insult at Dem Sex Abuse Victim in Attack Ad

The president is coming to the defense of Vivek Ramaswamy over his controversial ad.

Sarah Ewall-Wice

Vivek
TAKE IT DOWN!

Republican Slams His Wannabe MAGA Replacement Over Vile Ad

Even Vivek Ramaswamy’s party are disgusted that he’s questioning his opponent’s abused childhood.

Josh Fiallo

Vivek
KARMA?

MAGA Candidate Hit With Brutal Blow as Sick Ad Backfires

Vivek Ramaswamy’s attempt to drop an explosive late-race bomb has exploded in his face.

Leigh Kimmins

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