Sprague Ends Bid, Backs Ramaswamy for Governor

Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague has withdrawn from the 2026 gubernatorial race and announced his support for Vivek Ramaswamy, a biotech entrepreneur expected to declare his candidacy soon. Sprague, who had been considered an underdog in the race against Attorney General Dave Yost, will run for Secretary of State instead. In his endorsement, Sprague praised Ramaswamy's 'outsider mentality' and his potential to reform Ohio's state policies. Sprague's shift to the Secretary of State race adds to a competitive field with former state Sen. Niraj Antani and state Sen. Theresa Gavarone as potential candidates. The current Secretary of State, Republican Frank LaRose, is term-limited. Ramaswamy, although not officially a candidate yet, is seeing growing support, including endorsements from other Republican figures.